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M983 SYA

1994 Talbot Express

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,073 mi
Last recorded55,073 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 1994 Talbot Express65,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM983 SYA
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 55,073 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 53,766 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 53,766 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded REAR (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust system insecure REAR MISSING (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake excessively binding O/S/R (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake lagging in operation O/S/R (1.2.1 (d))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule FRONT, COVERING SWOLLEN >> SUSPECT FERRULE >> CHECK ADVISED (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 53,074 miles

Engine stopped twice during test but restarted

Front to Rear static brake pipe is corroded at a couple of clipping points

Nearside Door mirror glass corroded

Offside door catch poor

Pass 12 Jul 2018 50,156 miles

Exhaust hangers starting to deteriorate

Power steering pipes oily

Rear light panel requires securing

Fail 10 Jul 2018 50,156 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear light panel requires securing

Exhaust hangers starting to deteriorate

Power steering pipes oily

Pass 12 Jul 2017 48,538 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 48,538 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 47,054 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 45,844 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear leaf springs corroded and starting to curve the wrong way

nearside headlight has moisture inside lens but not affecting beam image

Pass 6 Jun 2015 45,844 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear leaf springs corroded and starting to curve the wrong way

nearside headlight has moisture inside lens but not affecting beam image

Pass 7 Jun 2014 44,425 miles

rear leaf springs corroded and starting to curve wrong way

Pass 22 May 2013 41,754 miles

Both rear leaf springs are corroded slightly splayed and starting to curve the wrong way

Pass 4 Jun 2012 41,720 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 39,016 miles

All exhaust hangers deteriorated.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 6 May 2011 39,016 miles

All exhaust hangers deteriorated.

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 1 May 2010 34,847 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 11 May 2009 30,918 miles

both front discs slightly corroded

Pass 27 May 2008 30,556 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 29,177 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 29,177 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 26,083 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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M983 SYA is a 1994 Talbot Express in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M983 SYA, 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 M983 SYA registered?

M983 SYA is a 1994 Talbot Express, first registered on 11 August 1994.

Is M983 SYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M983 SYA shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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