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L645 RKU

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

45,760 mi
Last recorded45,760 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL645 RKU
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 45,760 miles

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

Headlight reflectors deteriorated

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

Pass 26 Jun 2025 44,255 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 44,255 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 43,593 miles

Rear handbrake cables corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2023 43,063 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2023 42,992 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 42,333 miles

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

wax oiled

Pass 18 Jun 2021 41,025 miles

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

waxed oiled

Fail 17 Jun 2021 41,025 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

waxed oiled

Pass 15 Jul 2020 40,876 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 39,941 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2019 39,941 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 38,458 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 38,448 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 35,950 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 34,344 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 31,530 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 24,420 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 22,558 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 21,757 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 21,247 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 20,638 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2010 20,638 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 20,123 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 19,466 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2008 19,466 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 18,891 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 18,890 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 18,368 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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L645 RKU 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 L645 RKU, 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 L645 RKU registered?

L645 RKU is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 7 January 1994.

Is L645 RKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L645 RKU shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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