Talbot
Running costs, reliability, and MOT data for 9 models from 14,583 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
66%
Total Tests
14,583
Models
9
Years Covered
1990-1995
All Talbot Models
| Model | Years | Pass Rate | Tests | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Express | 6 yrs | 65% | 10,790 | Diesel |
| Express 1300 D | 5 yrs | 65% | 1,534 | Diesel |
| Express 1300 P | 5 yrs | 73% | 852 | Petrol |
| Express 1000 P | 5 yrs | 61% | 744 | Petrol |
| Express 1500 D | 4 yrs | 71% | 359 | Diesel |
| Express 1500 P | 2 yrs | 57% | 130 | Petrol |
| Unclassified | 3 yrs | 66% | 111 | Diesel |
| Motor Home | 1 yr | 59% | 32 | Petrol |
| Camper | 1 yr | 84% | 31 | LP |
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How reliable is Talbot?
About Talbot Cars
Talbot ranks 145th out of 145 car manufacturers for MOT reliability, with an average pass rate of 66%. That's 16 points below the national average of 82%, so Talbot owners should budget a bit more for maintenance.
With 9 models across 6 years of data (1990 to 1995), there's a wide spread of 27 percentage points between the most and least reliable models. Choosing the right model matters significantly with Talbot.
Most and Least Reliable Talbot Models
The Camper leads the range with a 84% average pass rate from 31 tests. At the other end, the Express 1500 P has the lowest at 57%. A notable proportion of Talbot models fall below average pass rates, so researching specific models before buying is particularly important.
Talbot Fuel Types
Talbot models in our data come in 4 petrol, 4 diesel variants. Both petrol and diesel options are available across the range.
Click any model above to see detailed year-by-year reliability data, running cost breakdowns, and comparisons with similar cars. You can also enter a specific registration plate to get a full vehicle report with MOT history, mileage verification, and health score.