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K251 FNO

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

91,951 mi
Last recorded91,951 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK251 FNO
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 91,951 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 89,078 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 86,112 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 83,923 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 81,672 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 81,672 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2020 80,264 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 79,245 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 77,315 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 75,736 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 19 Aug 2017 75,736 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2016 74,719 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 73,818 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 71,302 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 69,780 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 68,856 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 66,406 miles

both rear tyres deteriorating

Pass 7 Aug 2010 62,149 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 60,140 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 58,264 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight play at top of steering column

Fail 11 Aug 2008 58,264 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight play at top of steering column

Pass 19 Jul 2007 55,895 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 52,291 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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K251 FNO is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1993 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 66,330 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 K251 FNO, 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 33 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 K251 FNO registered?

K251 FNO is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 27 January 1993.

Is K251 FNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K251 FNO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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