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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1989 · 1,971 cc

F657 LALMOT history

F657 LAL is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 16 May 1989. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 128,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2023
Mileage
128,975 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2023
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
680 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F657 LAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
16 May 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

F657 LAL was last recorded at 128,975 miles on 23 Aug 2023, 367 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,608 miles · 23 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
367 miles
Average per year
680 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 128,975 miles
  • 2022 – 128,608 miles
  • 2021 – 127,390 miles
  • 2020 – 127,226 miles
  • 2019 – 127,108 miles
  • 2018 – 126,652 miles
  • 2017 – 126,255 miles
  • 2016 – 125,819 miles
  • 2015 – 125,473 miles
  • 2014 – 123,430 miles
  • 2013 – 122,145 miles
  • 2012 – 118,222 miles
  • 2006 – 117,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,975 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail128,975 miles (+367)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,975 miles
    Test number
    407737722496
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  2. Pass128,608 miles (+1,218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,608 miles
    Test number
    806986272514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass127,390 miles (+164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,390 miles
    Test number
    134545148469
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass127,226 miles (+118)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    127,226 miles
    Test number
    364772499883
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass127,108 miles (+456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    127,108 miles
    Test number
    334941620714
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting rubbers perished

  6. Pass126,652 miles (+397)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    126,652 miles
    Test number
    460502442902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,255 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    126,255 miles
    Test number
    793646477559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass125,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    125,819 miles
    Test number
    133834750828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail125,819 miles (+346)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,819 miles
    Test number
    698580506551
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  10. Pass125,473 miles (+2,043)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    125,473 miles
    Test number
    105062025207
    • NoteALL EXHAUST MOUNTING RUBBERS PERISHED AND JUST ACCEPTABLE

  11. Pass123,430 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    123,430 miles
    Test number
    108136024243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail123,406 miles (+1,261)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,406 miles
    Test number
    206294424281
    • FailureFront Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass122,145 miles (+63)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    122,145 miles
    Test number
    757837113284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Fail122,082 miles (+3,860)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,082 miles
    Test number
    896424613225
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass118,222 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    118,222 miles
    Test number
    397896132112
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  16. Fail118,210 miles (+921)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,210 miles
    Test number
    299912832186
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  17. Pass117,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    117,289 miles
    Test number
    201022976100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail117,289 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,289 miles
    Test number
    682055566104
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about F657 LAL

Does F657 LAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on F657 LAL expired on 22 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on F657 LAL?
The MOT on F657 LAL expired on 22 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has F657 LAL done?
F657 LAL was recorded at 128,975 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2023, an average of 680 miles a year.
Has F657 LAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F657 LAL has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on F657 LAL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on F657 LAL find?
F657 LAL failed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2023 with 4 major defects: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; nearside registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps; nearside side repeater not working, and 1 more.

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