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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Talbot Express 1000 P. Check any Express 1000 P by registration number below.

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56.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-7.8%

vs Talbot Avg

7

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Talbot Express 1000 P — MOT Reliability Overview

The Talbot Express 1000 P has an average MOT pass rate of 56.5%, which is 7.8 percentage points below the Talbot brand average of 64.3%. This suggests the Express 1000 P can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Talbot Express 1000 P fails its MOT are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Express 1000 P for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Talbot Express 1000 P, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Talbot Express 1000 P performs at MOT across different model years.

1994

Based on 70 vehicles

54.3%Below Average
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1993

Based on 144 vehicles

55.6%Below Average
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

26.2%

1992

Based on 89 vehicles

59.6%Below Average
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

7.5%

Retest Rate

15.1%

1991

Based on 236 vehicles

55.1%Below Average
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

48.0%

1990

Based on 215 vehicles

47.0%Poor
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

45.3%

1989

Based on 135 vehicles

59.3%Below Average
Talbot average: 64.3%
Dangerous Defects

6.4%

Retest Rate

22.3%

0

Based on 347 vehicles

64.3%Below Average
Talbot average: 64.3%
Mileage at 5yr

86k mi

Top MOT Failures — Talbot Express 1000 P

The most common reasons a Talbot Express 1000 P fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

15.2%
2

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

14.5%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

10.2%
4

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

8.9%
5

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

8.8%
Talbot Express 1000 P Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

30.0%

Front Offside

21.4%

Nearside

20.0%

Other Talbot Models

Compare MOT reliability across Talbot models.

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60.1% pass rate

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70.2% pass rate

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66.8% pass rate

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66.7% pass rate

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65.6% pass rate

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90.5% pass rate

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See detailed fault analysis for Talbot Express 1000 P

Talbot Express 1000 P — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Talbot Express 1000 P MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Talbot Express 1000 P?
The average MOT pass rate for the Talbot Express 1000 P is 56.5% compared to the Talbot average of 64.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Talbot Express 1000 P?
The most common MOT failures on the Talbot Express 1000 P are: Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (15.2%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (14.5%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (10.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Talbot Express 1000 P reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 56.5%, the Talbot Express 1000 P is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This suggests more frequent issues — pay close attention to the common failures listed on this page when buying or maintaining this model.
How do I check the MOT history of a Talbot Express 1000 P?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Talbot Express 1000 P?
Typical mileage for the Talbot Express 1000 P: 85,916 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Express 1000 P to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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