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K53 TKK

1993 Talbot Express

Orange Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,447 mi
Last recorded134,447 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK53 TKK
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 134,447 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 132,829 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 99,251 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 118,581 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 116,672 miles

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

n/s front brake warped

Pass 14 May 2014 113,751 miles

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

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

Fail 7 May 2014 113,705 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2014 113,669 miles

Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

rear brakes keep binding up 71% imbalance on rear brakes near side rear hand brake not releasing properly

Pass 8 Apr 2013 113,283 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 11,325 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2012 113,064 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 112,213 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 111,633 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 107,767 miles

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

Offside door mirror cracked

Pass 29 Mar 2006 105,610 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2006 105,610 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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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K53 TKK is a 1993 Talbot Express in Orange with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K53 TKK, 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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K53 TKK is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 26 January 1993.

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