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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1991 · 1,796 cc

H346 BRNMOT history

H346 BRN is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 10 Apr 1991. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 82,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2023
Mileage
82,803 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2022
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
1,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H346 BRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
10 Apr 1991
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

H346 BRN was last recorded at 82,803 miles on 20 Sept 2022, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,746 miles · 12 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
1,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,803 miles
  • 2021 – 80,964 miles
  • 2020 – 79,496 miles
  • 2019 – 78,154 miles
  • 2018 – 77,619 miles
  • 2017 – 76,793 miles
  • 2016 – 76,522 miles
  • 2015 – 76,059 miles
  • 2014 – 73,856 miles
  • 2013 – 73,092 miles
  • 2012 – 72,111 miles
  • 2011 – 69,620 miles
  • 2010 – 67,390 miles
  • 2009 – 66,642 miles
  • 2008 – 65,730 miles
  • 2007 – 64,559 miles
  • 2006 – 63,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,803 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Corrosion to offside sill, just outside prescribed area for seatbelt mounting.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

33 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,803 miles (+57)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    82,803 miles
    Test number
    972999879076
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail82,746 miles (+1,782)1 major2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,746 miles
    Test number
    833581719278
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass80,964 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,964 miles
    Test number
    163842214728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,496 miles (+1,342)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,496 miles
    Test number
    483813660535
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier leisure battery (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security flitch under bonnet (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass78,154 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,154 miles
    Test number
    758218489727
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced flitch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail78,154 miles (+237)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,154 miles
    Test number
    160233588808
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced flitch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass77,917 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    77,917 miles
    Test number
    839121471662
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  8. Fail77,907 miles (+288)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,907 miles
    Test number
    562223396307
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  9. Pass77,619 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    77,619 miles
    Test number
    563996667935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,606 miles (+813)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,606 miles
    Test number
    912667463370
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  11. Pass76,793 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,793 miles
    Test number
    919408606333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,791 miles (+269)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,791 miles
    Test number
    947106092888
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded across rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings step (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings crossmember (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings step (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass76,522 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    76,522 miles
    Test number
    627044695766
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside sill, just outside prescribed area for seatbelt mounting.

  14. Fail76,517 miles (+458)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,517 miles
    Test number
    783284319995
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch area (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside sill, just outside prescribed area for seatbelt mounting.

  15. Pass76,059 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,059 miles
    Test number
    816758705218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,058 miles (+2,202)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,058 miles
    Test number
    147394405247
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass73,856 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,856 miles
    Test number
    396162904464
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside front inner wheel arch corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear bumper bracket slightly corroded.

  18. Fail73,856 miles (+764)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,856 miles
    Test number
    987202904201
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteOffside front inner wheel arch corroded.
    • NoteOffside rear bumper bracket slightly corroded.

  19. Pass73,092 miles (+981)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    73,092 miles
    Test number
    305160003473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteDrivers side front tyre cracking on the outer wall, but no exposing any cords.

  20. Pass72,111 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,111 miles
    Test number
    338025602498
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteF/o/s tyre tread cracked and perished
    • NoteR/n/s tyre tread cracked and perished

  21. Fail72,111 miles (+2,491)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,111 miles
    Test number
    909125502269
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteF/o/s tyre tread cracked and perished
    • NoteR/n/s tyre tread cracked and perished

  22. Pass69,620 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,620 miles
    Test number
    649809171146
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Fail69,620 miles (+2,230)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,620 miles
    Test number
    617139471162
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass67,390 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,390 miles
    Test number
    920043870195
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Fail67,380 miles (+738)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,380 miles
    Test number
    882592270124
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass66,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    66,642 miles
    Test number
    263691689165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail66,642 miles (+912)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,642 miles
    Test number
    521711789120
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust rubber mountings slightly deteriated

  28. Fail65,730 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,730 miles
    Test number
    193449568159
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRemaining tyres have small cracks in tread.

  29. Pass65,730 miles (+1,171)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,730 miles
    Test number
    313209868154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRemaining tyres have small cracks in tread.

  30. Pass64,559 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    64,559 miles
    Test number
    531768457194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail64,533 miles (+1,086)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,533 miles
    Test number
    422035457178
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  32. Pass63,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    220807036480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail63,447 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    931877936173
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about H346 BRN

Does H346 BRN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on H346 BRN expired on 19 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on H346 BRN?
The MOT on H346 BRN expired on 19 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has H346 BRN done?
H346 BRN was recorded at 82,803 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2022, an average of 1,184 miles a year.
Has H346 BRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H346 BRN has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on H346 BRN 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 H346 BRN find?
H346 BRN passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2022 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp reflector slightly defective; nearside rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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