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J802 SPR

1992 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

59,688 mi
Last recorded59,688 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Talbot Express68,439 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ802 SPR
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 59,688 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 57,975 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess casing rusting and splitting (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 57,975 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess casing rusting and splitting (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 57,184 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 56,969 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorating

Pass 30 Jul 2019 56,018 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 55,238 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust rubbers slightly deteriorating

Pass 28 Jul 2017 53,611 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 51,802 miles

Center exhaust rubber mount slightly deteriorating

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded BOTH (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded BOTH (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 May 2015 50,103 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 48,061 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 46,029 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 46,029 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 45,560 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 43,336 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 42,678 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 39,309 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 38,828 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust insecure slightly on front clamp

Pass 21 Jul 2006 38,687 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 38,655 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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J802 SPR is a 1992 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1992 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 68,439 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 J802 SPR, 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 34 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J802 SPR registered?

J802 SPR is a 1992 Talbot Express, first registered on 24 June 1992.

Is J802 SPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J802 SPR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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