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L697 LVS

1994 Talbot Express

Beige Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

30,240 mi
Last recorded30,240 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2022
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL697 LVS
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2022 30,240 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 29,615 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 29,582 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 29,490 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 29,262 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 28,424 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 27,616 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 27,562 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

gearbox mount deteriorating

Fail 6 Aug 2015 27,562 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

gearbox mount deteriorating

Pass 26 Aug 2014 27,205 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 25,940 miles

oil leak power steering pump

Fail 27 Aug 2013 25,935 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

oil leak power steering pump

Pass 15 Apr 2013 23,971 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

four wheel trim covers fitted.

Fail 15 Apr 2013 23,971 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

four wheel trim covers fitted.

Pass 1 May 2012 23,553 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,469 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 22,250 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 21,067 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 21,065 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

discs corroded

Pass 17 Apr 2008 20,814 miles

Both front brake discs pitted and corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Slight play front hub/steering rack area

Slight play nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 19 Apr 2007 20,087 miles

Both front brake discs pitted and corroded

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Brake pipes corroded

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2006 19,517 miles

oil leak

tail pipe corroded

Fail 14 Apr 2006 19,517 miles

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

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

oil leak

tail pipe corroded

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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L697 LVS is a 1994 Talbot Express in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol 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 L697 LVS, 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 L697 LVS registered?

L697 LVS is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 16 June 1994.

Is L697 LVS safe to buy?

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