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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1989 · 1,905 cc

G253 WMFMOT history

G253 WMF is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 14 Nov 1989. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 130,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
130,259 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,059 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G253 WMF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
14 Nov 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G253 WMF was last recorded at 130,259 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 1,157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,102 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,157 miles
Average per year
2,059 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,259 miles
  • 2025 – 129,102 miles
  • 2024 – 127,720 miles
  • 2023 – 126,126 miles
  • 2022 – 124,296 miles
  • 2021 – 122,132 miles
  • 2019 – 120,150 miles
  • 2018 – 117,898 miles
  • 2017 – 114,842 miles
  • 2016 – 112,546 miles
  • 2015 – 109,488 miles
  • 2014 – 106,493 miles
  • 2013 – 103,308 miles
  • 2012 – 100,338 miles
  • 2011 – 97,819 miles
  • 2010 – 94,049 miles
  • 2009 – 92,093 miles
  • 2008 – 90,270 miles
  • 2006 – 89,365 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,259 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories 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.

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

32 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,259 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    130,259 miles
    Test number
    807981915226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass129,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    129,102 miles
    Test number
    511368403250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail129,102 miles (+1,382)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,102 miles
    Test number
    237261966321
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass127,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    127,720 miles
    Test number
    734534582542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail127,720 miles (+1,594)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,720 miles
    Test number
    282386616323
    • DangerousRear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail Split and leaking (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    126,126 miles
    Test number
    875346460344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail126,126 miles (+1,830)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,126 miles
    Test number
    331656253738
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass124,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,296 miles
    Test number
    877657897918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail124,296 miles (+2,164)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,296 miles
    Test number
    607052148845
    • Repaired at testFront Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Petrol (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass122,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    122,132 miles
    Test number
    308339202781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,132 miles (+1,982)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,132 miles
    Test number
    956289335738
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass120,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    120,150 miles
    Test number
    906914112377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail120,150 miles (+2,252)1 dangerous3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,150 miles
    Test number
    946982290319
    • DangerousFront Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass117,898 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,898 miles
    Test number
    882345744070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass114,842 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    114,842 miles
    Test number
    123165535847
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion many areas have been repaired (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail114,838 miles (+2,292)1 dangerous7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,838 miles
    Test number
    109596027713
    • DangerousExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion many areas have been repaired (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass112,546 miles (+4)21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,546 miles
    Test number
    899508829796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp loose
    • AdvisoryLower windscreen scuttle panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside sill has been repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front door corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front rubber tyre valve perished
    • AdvisoryOffside front sill has been repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch has been repaired
    • AdvisoryRear doors corroded
    • AdvisoryRear gear box rubber mount worn
    • AdvisorySmall crack in first exhaust silencer

  18. Fail112,542 miles (+3,054)7 failures21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,542 miles
    Test number
    946234108353
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryNearside sill has been repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rubber tyre valve perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.6d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch has been repaired
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp loose
    • AdvisoryLower windscreen scuttle panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front sill has been repaired
    • AdvisoryRear doors corroded
    • AdvisoryRear gear box rubber mount worn
    • AdvisorySmall crack in first exhaust silencer

  19. Pass109,488 miles (+2,995)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    109,488 miles
    Test number
    616072915144
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBattery not clamped down properly
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside rear outer sill
    • NoteSlight movement to offside headlight unit

  20. Pass106,493 miles (+120)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,493 miles
    Test number
    806662114150
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteExhaust rubber mount worn or missing, exhaust is secure

  21. Fail106,373 miles (+3,065)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,373 miles
    Test number
    296108404101
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteExhaust rubber mount worn or missing, exhaust is secure

  22. Pass103,308 miles (+3)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    103,308 miles
    Test number
    666113613146
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteSmall cut within n/s/f lower ball joint gaiter
    • NoteSome movement within o/s/f strut top mount
    • NoteSome movement within o/s/f wheel bearing

  23. Fail103,305 miles (+2,967)5 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,305 miles
    Test number
    685081703121
    • FailureFront Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront brake imbalance high
    • NoteSmall cut within n/s/f lower ball joint gaiter
    • NoteSome movement within o/s/f strut top mount
    • NoteSome movement within o/s/f wheel bearing

  24. Pass100,338 miles (+2,519)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    100,338 miles
    Test number
    549478792030
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteDamage to offside headlamp
    • NoteFront and rear bumpers corroded

  25. Pass97,819 miles (+3,770)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    97,819 miles
    Test number
    137292381413
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAdvise all rubber bushes cracking
    • NoteExhaust rubbers cracking
    • NoteO/s/f head light has bad earth bot ok at the time off test
    • NoteRust to both rear quarters panels

  26. Pass94,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    94,049 miles
    Test number
    122688990494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail94,049 miles (+1,956)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,049 miles
    Test number
    924478990097
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Pass92,093 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    92,093 miles
    Test number
    291672799060
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRubber exhaust mountings perished

  29. Fail92,093 miles (+1,823)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,093 miles
    Test number
    973260799059
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRubber exhaust mountings perished

  30. Pass90,270 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    90,270 miles
    Test number
    282832648070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside rear valance corroded

  31. Fail90,270 miles (+905)10 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,270 miles
    Test number
    212709938036
    • FailureCentre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside rear valance corroded
    • NoteRight turn indicator tell tale not working correctly

  32. Pass89,365 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    89,365 miles
    Test number
    222514516231
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about G253 WMF

Does G253 WMF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G253 WMF is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on G253 WMF?
The MOT on G253 WMF is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G253 WMF done?
G253 WMF was recorded at 130,259 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 2,059 miles a year.
Has G253 WMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G253 WMF has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2025.
Has the mileage on G253 WMF 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 G253 WMF find?
G253 WMF passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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