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K558 GFU

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

99,541 mi
Last recorded99,541 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK558 GFU
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 99,541 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 99,403 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Handbrake just met requirements

Fail 16 Aug 2023 99,403 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Handbrake just met requirements

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 97,423 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 97,250 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 97,249 miles

Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 94,882 miles

Hand brake just met requirements

Fail 11 Apr 2019 94,882 miles

Hand brake just met requirements

Offside Front Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 92,959 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

centre exhaust hanger missing

Pass 19 Apr 2017 91,959 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Apr 2017 91,955 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 91,537 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2016 91,536 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 90,842 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 89,757 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Nov 2012 88,376 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 87,360 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 86,092 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

O/S/F drive shaft balance bearing has free play.

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 20 Apr 2011 86,092 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

O/S/F drive shaft balance bearing has free play.

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

advise clean and grease all metal brake pipes.

Pass 27 Apr 2010 85,354 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 83,672 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 82,680 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 81,437 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 81,437 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 76,567 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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K558 GFU is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 K558 GFU, 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 K558 GFU registered?

K558 GFU is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 19 April 1993.

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