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L497 PYB

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

97,087 mi
Last recorded97,087 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL497 PYB
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 97,087 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 95,248 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 93,002 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 93,001 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 91,368 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 89,201 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 86,230 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Mar 2017 83,152 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 80,351 miles

exhaust weld repaired

Pass 14 May 2015 77,100 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 75,037 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 75,034 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 74,687 miles

front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 2 Apr 2012 74,178 miles

Front bumper insecure

Fail 29 Mar 2012 74,150 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front bumper insecure

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 73,284 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front n/s b rake pipe starting to corrode

Pass 13 Apr 2010 71,479 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 70,187 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Oil leak

Fail 14 Apr 2009 70,182 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Oil leak

Pass 2 Apr 2008 68,444 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 66,931 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2006 65,490 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 65,482 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

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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L497 PYB is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 L497 PYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L497 PYB registered?

L497 PYB is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 5 May 1994.

Is L497 PYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L497 PYB shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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