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XXI 1249

1991 Talbot Express

White Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,822 mi
Last recorded41,822 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2024
Typical for 1991 Talbot Express71,041 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXXI 1249
MakeTalbot
ModelExpress
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2024 41,822 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2024 41,817 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 41,679 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 May 2020 41,267 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 41,199 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 41,022 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 40,882 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 40,662 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 39,704 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 38,234 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 36,539 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 36,440 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 35,173 miles
Fail 2 May 2011 35,150 miles

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 34,285 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 May 2009 33,670 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 33,443 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 33,312 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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XXI 1249 is a 1991 Talbot Express in White with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XXI 1249, 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 XXI 1249 registered?

XXI 1249 is a 1991 Talbot Express, first registered on 12 June 1991.

Is XXI 1249 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XXI 1249 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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