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M638 XPW

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,301 mi
Last recorded131,301 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM638 XPW
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 May 2025 131,301 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 May 2025 131,301 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 130,990 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 130,758 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 130,758 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2019 130,157 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight crack n/s/f (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 129,756 miles

EXHAUST RUSTY BUT NOT LEAKING

OUTER SILLS CORRODED BUT NOT HOLED

Fail 23 Jul 2018 129,756 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 129,369 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 128,757 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 128,757 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 123,859 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 121,012 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 114,746 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 109,883 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 105,840 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jan 2012 105,840 miles

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2008 100,026 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 100,026 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

o/s inner c.v boot adrift

Pass 1 Mar 2008 94,327 miles

Oil leak

o/s inner cv boot insecure

Fail 29 Feb 2008 94,327 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

o/s inner cv boot insecure

Pass 6 Nov 2006 87,893 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2005 79,298 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2005 79,298 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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M638 XPW is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M638 XPW, 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 M638 XPW registered?

M638 XPW is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 5 August 1994.

Is M638 XPW safe to buy?

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