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K685 HRB

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

42,494 mi
Last recorded42,494 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK685 HRB
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 42,494 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 42,201 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 41,665 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 41,093 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 40,830 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 40,690 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 40,182 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 39,800 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 39,396 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 39,002 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 38,883 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 38,754 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 38,644 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2011 38,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 38,110 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 37,004 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 36,364 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 35,452 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 33,947 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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K685 HRB is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 K685 HRB, 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 K685 HRB registered?

K685 HRB is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 9 February 1993.

Is K685 HRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K685 HRB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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