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XLZ 3196

1991 Talbot Express

Gold Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,851 mi
Last recorded90,851 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2010
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLZ 3196
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2010 90,851 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 May 2009 89,311 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

brake pipes heavily greased

Fail 20 May 2009 89,311 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

brake pipes heavily greased

Pass 29 May 2008 84,751 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 81,394 miles

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

Nearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 75,244 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 75,223 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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

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

oil leak

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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XLZ 3196 is a 1991 Talbot Express in Gold with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Talbot Express models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 71,041 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 XLZ 3196, 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 35 years old, this Talbot Express is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XLZ 3196 registered?

XLZ 3196 is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 11 November 1991.

Is XLZ 3196 safe to buy?

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