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L528 DVH

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

95,402 mi
Last recorded95,402 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL528 DVH
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 95,402 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2025 94,642 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Jun 2025 94,642 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 93,575 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 93,104 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 93,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 92,686 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 92,348 miles

Nearside corrosion sill lip

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 92,094 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 91,122 miles

Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess rear of gear box (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 91,122 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess rear of gear box (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 86,473 miles

Central Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2018 86,473 miles

Central Front Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 84,072 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 83,875 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 82,533 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 81,472 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 83,069 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 83,069 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 81,163 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 80,581 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 80,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 78,942 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 78,942 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 77,818 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 74,097 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 72,917 miles

slight play in track rod ends

Fail 29 Mar 2007 72,917 miles

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

both front track rod ends just servicable.

Pass 29 Mar 2006 69,340 miles

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

slight wear to both track rod ends

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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L528 DVH is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 L528 DVH, 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 L528 DVH registered?

L528 DVH is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 11 February 1994.

Is L528 DVH safe to buy?

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