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K454 CPY

1993 Talbot Express 1300 D

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

54,500 mi
Last recorded54,500 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D66,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK454 CPY
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress 1300 D
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 54,500 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 54,500 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 54,029 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 53,523 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 52,229 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 50,168 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 49,964 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 47,861 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 47,372 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Fail 15 Feb 2018 47,372 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 47,213 miles

front brake hose ferruls corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2016 47,023 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 46,709 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2015 46,709 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 46,465 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 46,251 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 46,133 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 45,709 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 45,376 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 45,013 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 44,702 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 44,299 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 43,999 miles

How Reliable is the Talbot Express 1300 D?

Based on 18,667 MOT tests across 1,237 vehicles.

67.8%
Pass Rate
1,240
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
1,237
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 704
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 438
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 424
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 386
Exhaust system not adequately supported 373
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K454 CPY is a 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 66,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Talbot Express 1300 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 704 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K454 CPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Talbot Express 1300 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 33 years old, this Talbot Express 1300 D is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K454 CPY registered?

K454 CPY is a 1993 Talbot Express 1300 D, first registered on 1 May 1993.

Is K454 CPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K454 CPY shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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