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K531 LGU

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

66,473 mi
Last recorded66,473 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK531 LGU
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 66,473 miles

corrosion on front wheel arches

Fail 26 Apr 2019 66,449 miles

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

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner front wheel arch/chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer front sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

corrosion on front wheel arches

Pass 3 Apr 2018 66,423 miles

corrosion on front wheel arches

Fail 28 Mar 2018 66,406 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported rear box (7.1.1)

corrosion on front wheel arches

Pass 29 Mar 2017 66,188 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 65,000 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 64,964 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 63,459 miles

slight tightness in steering

Pass 1 Apr 2014 62,837 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 61,305 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 60,152 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 60,152 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2011 53,714 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 53,115 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 52,484 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2008 52,484 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 51,577 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2006 49,292 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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K531 LGU is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 K531 LGU, 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.

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What year was K531 LGU registered?

K531 LGU is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 April 1993.

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The MOT history for K531 LGU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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