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K698 HVO

1993 Talbot Express

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,909 mi
Last recorded70,909 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK698 HVO
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 70,909 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 70,700 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 70,500 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle bracket damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2009 70,347 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 70,017 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 69,299 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 69,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 68,101 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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K698 HVO is a 1993 Talbot Express in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 K698 HVO, 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 K698 HVO registered?

K698 HVO is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K698 HVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K698 HVO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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