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L690 VNJ

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

57,850 mi
Last recorded57,850 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL690 VNJ
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 57,850 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2025 57,849 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment TRACK ROD END HAS EXCESS PLAY (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2024 56,422 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 49,719 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2022 49,690 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 43,522 miles

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

Fail 18 Oct 2021 43,522 miles

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 41,266 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2019 40,159 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 36,960 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 36,960 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 34,400 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 32,611 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 29,598 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 28,634 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 25,799 miles

rear shockabsorber bushes perished

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Fail 9 Mar 2013 25,799 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear shockabsorber bushes perished

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 14 Sep 2011 23,564 miles

nearside front brake hose slightly chaffed

Fail 22 Aug 2011 23,340 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 21,543 miles

Front brake discs pitted!

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2009 18,468 miles

both front discs slightly corroded on inner surfaces

Fail 7 May 2008 13,044 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2008 13,044 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 12,923 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 12,843 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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L690 VNJ is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 L690 VNJ, 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 L690 VNJ registered?

L690 VNJ is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 18 May 1994.

Is L690 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L690 VNJ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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