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M970 RNU

1994 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

40,749 mi
Last recorded40,749 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM970 RNU
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 40,749 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 40,749 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2024 35,137 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2023 35,079 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2022 35,029 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2022 35,029 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Aug 2021 33,501 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2020 32,903 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2019 32,771 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2019 32,771 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 31,503 miles

discs corroded from standing

hand brake outer casing weak

needs oil spraying under vehicle

Pass 17 Aug 2017 31,019 miles

Rear Leaf spring slipper loose (2.4.B.5)

Rear both sides leaf springs inverting slightly

Pass 16 Aug 2016 30,163 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 29,701 miles

tyres perishing / splitting both rear and nearside front

Pass 27 Aug 2014 29,328 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Brake cable repaired, but not inappropriately (3.5.1n)

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 29,051 miles

Front Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 28,798 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 28,104 miles

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

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

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

slight misfire from engine at revs

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 8 Aug 2011 28,104 miles

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

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

slight misfire from engine at revs

slight noise from offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 10 Aug 2010 26,045 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 24,724 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 21,539 miles

gearbox rear mounting split

n/s rear handbrake cable swolen

Fail 6 Aug 2008 21,539 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

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

gearbox rear mounting split

n/s rear handbrake cable swolen

Pass 30 Jul 2007 18,084 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

n/s/r handbrake cable outer swelled

Pass 9 Aug 2006 17,363 miles

corrosion on sump

slight corrosion on exhaust

Pass 28 Jul 2005 17,171 miles

front flexi hoses,ends rusting

water pipe laying on exhaust

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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M970 RNU is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 M970 RNU, 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 M970 RNU registered?

M970 RNU is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 12 August 1994.

Is M970 RNU safe to buy?

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