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J638 EMX

1991 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

73,830 mi
Last recorded73,830 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ638 EMX
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 73,830 miles

Fuel hose deteriorated AT FILTER (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Gearbox mounting defective ()

Fail 27 Jun 2025 73,830 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid WIPERS TO BE TESTED (3.5 (a))

Fuel hose deteriorated AT FILTER (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 31 May 2024 71,413 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH FRONT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 May 2024 71,344 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury WING (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH FRONT (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER WHEEL ARCH REAR (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 67,618 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 May 2023 67,617 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

WATER PUMP BELT MISSING

Pass 26 May 2022 64,926 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 62,688 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 62,687 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 61,370 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 56,405 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 51,948 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 48,649 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 47,545 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 45,732 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 42,403 miles

front tyres cracked but not showing cords

Pass 28 Aug 2012 42,017 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both numberplates discoluring

exhaust mount rubbers very perished

rear exhaust corroded/holed

Pass 5 Sep 2011 41,328 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres perished

both front under arches rusty

Fail 31 Aug 2011 41,328 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres perished

both front under arches rusty

front drive shaft boot seaping grease

Pass 13 May 2010 40,202 miles

both front outer cv boots slightly seeping

offside front tyre perished on inner wall

Fail 11 May 2010 40,202 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front outer cv boots slightly seeping

offside front tyre perished on inner wall

Pass 27 Jun 2009 39,732 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 39,732 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 39,185 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 38,329 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 38,329 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 36,630 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express?

Based on 171,025 MOT tests across 8,371 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
1,204
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,371
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 6,026
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,909
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,861
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,297
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J638 EMX is a 1991 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 1991 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 71,041 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 6,812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J638 EMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 35 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J638 EMX is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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