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K886 YFV

1993 Talbot Express

Beige Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,445 mi
Last recorded103,445 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK886 YFV
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 103,445 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 103,432 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 103,431 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

number plate lights dim

Pass 19 Jul 2016 103,246 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 100,426 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 97,931 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 53,910 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 52,018 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2012 51,769 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 51,497 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 50,653 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2009 50,653 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 50,488 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 49,562 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 48,000 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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K886 YFV is a 1993 Talbot Express in Beige with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K886 YFV, 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 K886 YFV registered?

K886 YFV is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 20 April 1993.

Is K886 YFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K886 YFV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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