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L393 UNJ

1994 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

48,415 mi
Last recorded48,415 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL393 UNJ
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 48,415 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 47,955 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 46,066 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 44,459 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2021 44,458 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 42,145 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 42,142 miles

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 38,989 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 38,989 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 38,373 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 37,777 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 36,989 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 35,993 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 35,339 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 35,339 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 33,559 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 33,559 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 31,992 miles

Exhaust poor condition

Fail 23 Jan 2012 31,992 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust poor condition

Pass 21 Jan 2011 30,270 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2011 30,270 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 28,222 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 26,542 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 25,322 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 25,322 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 22,212 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 20,822 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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L393 UNJ is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 1994 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 65,242 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 L393 UNJ, 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 32 years old, this Talbot Express is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L393 UNJ registered?

L393 UNJ is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 15 April 1994.

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