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L855 GOE

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

74,707 mi
Last recorded74,707 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL855 GOE
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 74,707 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 69,917 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 69,917 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 67,635 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both 3rd axle brakes binding

nearside front innerwing/crossmember corroded

nearside rear t3rd axle tyre cracking

offside front inner wing/crossmember corroded

offside rear 3rd axle tyre cracking

offside rear lens cracked

Fail 11 Jun 2012 67,634 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both 3rd axle brakes binding

nearside front innerwing/crossmember corroded

nearside rear t3rd axle tyre cracking

offside front inner wing/crossmember corroded

offside rear 3rd axle tyre cracking

offside rear lens cracked

Pass 6 Jul 2011 64,258 miles

1 mid exhaust mounting rubbar missing ( fully suported )

n/s/r 3 rd axle tyre cracking o/s/r 3 rd axle tyre cracking o/s/f tyre cracking

Fail 5 Jul 2011 64,257 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

1 mid exhaust mounting rubbar missing ( fully suported )

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r 3 rd axle tyre cracking o/s/r 3 rd axle tyre cracking o/s/f tyre cracking

this vehicle has 3 axles see brake rerport for 3 rd axle readings

Pass 30 Jun 2010 61,271 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 58,873 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 57,504 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 27 Jun 2008 57,458 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 55,817 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 54,112 miles

offside and nearside door steps under side corried but not holed

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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L855 GOE is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 L855 GOE, 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 L855 GOE registered?

L855 GOE is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 12 July 1994.

Is L855 GOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for L855 GOE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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