Talbot Express#: brakes MOT failures
Brakes was a recorded failure area in 15.0% of Talbot Express# MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 1988, 1991 cars.
Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair cost: £100–£350 per axle (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Brakes failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 345 | 13.9% |
| 1988 | 1,070 | 16.8% |
| 1991 | 4,713 | 16.2% |
| 1994 | 3,618 | 14.4% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.