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L141 PVG

1993 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

93,597 mi
Last recorded93,597 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Talbot Express66,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL141 PVG
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 93,597 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 91,988 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 90,723 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 89,068 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 87,364 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 87,363 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jul 2020 86,733 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 85,307 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2017 82,789 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 81,100 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 78,583 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 76,546 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 73,245 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2012 71,204 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 68,912 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 65,158 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 61,959 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 60,839 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 60,823 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2007 59,050 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 53,033 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 55,358 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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L141 PVG is a 1993 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 L141 PVG, 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 L141 PVG registered?

L141 PVG is a 1993 Talbot Express, first registered on 1 November 1993.

Is L141 PVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L141 PVG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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