MOT Stats
Vehicle types : Van : Talbot : Express : 1996
Talbot Express 1996
Tests: 9
Pass rate: 44.44%
Most common fail reasons
| # | Reason | Fail code | Category | % |
| 1 | Headlamp beam image obviously incorrect. | 4.1.2(c) | Major | 40% |
| 2 | Exhaust emits excessive dense blue or clearly visible black smoke during acceleration which would obscure the view of other road users. | 8.2.1.2(g) | Major | 20% |
| 3 | Seat belt load bearing structure strength significantly reduced near an anchorage point. | 7.1.1(a)(i) | Major | 20% |
| 4 | Excessive corrosion to, or weakened structure near any suspension mounting. | 5.3.6(a)(i) | Major | 20% |
| 5 | Steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or damaged. | 2.1.3(g)(ii) | Major | 20% |
| 6 | Smoke opacity levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limit. | 8.2.2.2(a) | Major | 20% |
| 7 | Registration plate lamp missing or inoperative. | 4.7.1(b)(ii) | Major | 20% |
| 8 | Exhaust system leaking or insecure. | 6.1.2(a) | Major | 20% |
| 9 | Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier or cause a short circuit. | 4.13(a)(ii) | Major | 20% |
| 10 | Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. | 1.4.2(a)(i) | Major | 20% |
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024
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