1992 Talbot Express 2.5L Diesel · J253 ERB
1992 Talbot Express (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/05/1992. Recorded mileage 112,614 miles. MOT valid until 08/07/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- TALBOT EXPRESS
- Year / Origin
- 1992
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/07/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,614 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 1992
- Engine
- 2500cc
J253 ERB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2026
- 112,614 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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J253 ERB Mileage History
- 09/07/2024111,982 mi
- 10/07/2024111,983 mi+1 mi
- 02/07/2025112,266 mi+283 mi
- 03/07/2026112,610 mi+344 mi
- 06/07/2026112,614 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 318 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
J253 ERB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Talbot Express (J253 ERB) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))”.
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