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Talbot Express 1000 P

Beige · Petrol · 1989 · 1,971 cc

G753 CLJMOT history

G753 CLJ is a beige petrol Talbot Express 1000 P first used on 1 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 73,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
73,995 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
G753 CLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express 1000 P
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
1 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

G753 CLJ was last recorded at 73,995 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,995 miles · 7 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,995 miles
  • 2025 – 73,846 miles
  • 2023 – 73,697 miles
  • 2022 – 73,420 miles
  • 2021 – 72,769 miles
  • 2020 – 71,517 miles
  • 2019 – 70,481 miles
  • 2018 – 70,213 miles
  • 2017 – 68,916 miles
  • 2015 – 63,967 miles
  • 2014 – 60,025 miles
  • 2013 – 59,001 miles
  • 2012 – 58,108 miles
  • 2011 – 56,270 miles
  • 2010 – 55,000 miles
  • 2009 – 51,571 miles
  • 2008 – 46,986 miles
  • 2007 – 44,743 miles
  • 2006 – 44,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,995 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 1 missing (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower quradrant (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,995 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    73,995 miles
    Test number
    322298732798
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 1 missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower quradrant (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  2. Fail73,995 miles2 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,995 miles
    Test number
    389608589349
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 1 missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  3. Fail73,995 miles (+149)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,995 miles
    Test number
    261247935298
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 1 missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lower quarter showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    443346373182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail73,846 miles (+149)12 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    239663842669
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inside wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  6. Pass73,697 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    73,697 miles
    Test number
    774661432723
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHC pass at 2000 rpm

  7. Fail73,697 miles (+277)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,697 miles
    Test number
    690715461544
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass73,420 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,420 miles
    Test number
    883972747674
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail73,420 miles (+651)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,420 miles
    Test number
    618318552247
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass72,769 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,769 miles
    Test number
    752501154882
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail72,769 miles (+1,252)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,769 miles
    Test number
    771436097617
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass71,517 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    71,517 miles
    Test number
    262152896344
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Fail71,517 miles (+1,036)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,517 miles
    Test number
    318537934854
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass70,481 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,481 miles
    Test number
    611704791505
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail70,481 miles (+268)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,481 miles
    Test number
    437407717905
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing, marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing, marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass70,213 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,213 miles
    Test number
    551792036794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Fail70,213 miles (+1,297)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,213 miles
    Test number
    146399312756
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass68,916 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,916 miles
    Test number
    100877024490
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Fail68,914 miles (+4,947)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,914 miles
    Test number
    720880153415
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Pass63,967 miles (+3,942)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,967 miles
    Test number
    458996495162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,025 miles (+1,024)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    60,025 miles
    Test number
    669826094147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass59,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,001 miles
    Test number
    985107083171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,001 miles (+893)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,001 miles
    Test number
    228082683171
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass58,108 miles (+1,838)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,108 miles
    Test number
    288088582164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,270 miles (+1,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,270 miles
    Test number
    835133271173
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass55,000 miles (+3,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,000 miles
    Test number
    640655770158
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass51,571 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    51,571 miles
    Test number
    163478579123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail51,565 miles (+4,579)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,565 miles
    Test number
    600528269138
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass46,986 miles (+2,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    46,986 miles
    Test number
    981778168151
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  30. Pass44,743 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,743 miles
    Test number
    170051377139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,722 miles
    Test number
    163423776179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about G753 CLJ

Does G753 CLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on G753 CLJ is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on G753 CLJ?
The MOT on G753 CLJ is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has G753 CLJ done?
G753 CLJ was recorded at 73,995 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 1,450 miles a year.
Has G753 CLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. G753 CLJ has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on G753 CLJ 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 G753 CLJ find?
G753 CLJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe; exhaust mounting defective 1 missing; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 3 more.

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