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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1990 · 1,971 cc

H83 UVOMOT history

H83 UVO is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 1 Aug 1990. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 160,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
160,040 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H83 UVO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
1 Aug 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

H83 UVO was last recorded at 160,040 miles on 30 May 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,035 miles · 23 May 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,040 miles
  • 2025 – 159,602 miles
  • 2024 – 159,104 miles
  • 2023 – 159,091 miles
  • 2022 – 158,349 miles
  • 2021 – 156,583 miles
  • 2019 – 154,402 miles
  • 2018 – 151,245 miles
  • 2016 – 151,197 miles
  • 2015 – 150,198 miles
  • 2014 – 148,538 miles
  • 2013 – 147,582 miles
  • 2012 – 146,868 miles
  • 2010 – 144,687 miles
  • 2009 – 144,225 miles
  • 2008 – 143,116 miles
  • 2007 – 141,029 miles
  • 2006 – 140,279 miles
  • 2005 – 140,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,040 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,040 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    160,040 miles
    Test number
    324619301467
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
  2. Fail160,035 miles (+433)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,035 miles
    Test number
    829707706886
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
  3. Pass159,602 miles (+498)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    159,602 miles
    Test number
    695242552325
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush N/S and O/S both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass159,104 miles (+13)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    159,104 miles
    Test number
    699742641990
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass159,091 miles (+742)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    159,091 miles
    Test number
    926140362164
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and lower engine mounting worn
  6. Pass158,349 miles (+1,766)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    158,349 miles
    Test number
    450763927799
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Rubber mounts missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill poorly repaired but not within prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Also slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass156,583 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    156,583 miles
    Test number
    976049171842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  8. Fail156,558 miles (+2,156)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,558 miles
    Test number
    151812755285
    • MajorFront Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected both sides brake wear sensors (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both sides front most inner archs (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front most inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear most corner (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear most outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front & rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  9. Pass154,402 miles (+92)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    154,402 miles
    Test number
    483924395791
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier defective
    • AdvisoryVehicle has multiple welding repairs covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryVehicle has welding repairs outside of prescribed areas detaching
  10. Fail154,310 miles (+3,065)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,310 miles
    Test number
    423508873198
    • MajorBraking system leaking Hose from servo depleting pressure build up (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength marked in chalk - covered in underseal and previously repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel carrier defective
    • AdvisoryVehicle has multiple welding repairs covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryVehicle has welding repairs outside of prescribed areas detaching
  11. Pass151,245 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    151,245 miles
    Test number
    739677383588
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slightly low reading nearside (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened both (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryUnderseal applied to welding repairs
  12. Fail151,245 miles (+48)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,245 miles
    Test number
    678584660147
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slightly low reading nearside (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened both (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryUnderseal applied to welding repairs
  13. Pass151,197 miles (+999)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    151,197 miles
    Test number
    355299882913
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing cover (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion floor pan (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing cover (2.7.2a)
  14. Pass150,198 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    150,198 miles
    Test number
    946065495169
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside rear shackle bracket secure but one bolt loose
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteVarios patches previously welded starting to lift
  15. Fail150,198 miles (+1,660)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,198 miles
    Test number
    919121595158
    • DangerousExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside rear shackle bracket secure but one bolt loose
    • NoteRear brakes binding slightly
    • NoteVarios patches previously welded starting to lift
  16. Pass148,538 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    148,538 miles
    Test number
    257161824134
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/f under arch rear
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/f undersill
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/r under arch front
    • NoteCorrosion o/s under sill
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/f chassis
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/r under arch
    • NoteN/s sill corroded
    • NoteO/s sill corroded
  17. Fail148,538 miles (+956)1 dangerous13 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,538 miles
    Test number
    297814914182
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/f under arch rear
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/f undersill
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/r under arch front
    • NoteCorrosion o/s under sill
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/f chassis
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/r under arch
    • NoteN/s sill corroded
    • NoteO/s sill corroded
  18. Pass147,582 miles (+1)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    147,582 miles
    Test number
    208130423157
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/f and o/s/f under sill/under arch
    • NoteCorrosion o/s sill
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated
  19. Fail147,581 miles (+713)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,581 miles
    Test number
    376513713156
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/f and o/s/f under sill/under arch
    • NoteCorrosion o/s sill
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorated
  20. Pass146,868 miles (+2,181)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    146,868 miles
    Test number
    907377512177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s upper engine mounting - bolt broken/missing
  21. Pass144,687 miles (+462)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    144,687 miles
    Test number
    531345900365
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteRear reg.plate only partly illuminated by light
  22. Pass144,225 miles (+24)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    144,225 miles
    Test number
    774230529308
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on edges.
    • NoteBoth rear suspension spring hanger bracketts corroding.
    • NoteOffside front suspension strut and hub corroding.
  23. Fail144,201 miles (+1,085)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,201 miles
    Test number
    434677989298
    • FailureMechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteBoth front suspension hubs corroding.
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges.
    • NoteNearside and offside rear spring hanger brackets corroding.
    • NoteOffside front suspension strut corroding.
  24. Pass143,116 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    143,116 miles
    Test number
    464089488252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail143,107 miles (+2,078)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,107 miles
    Test number
    971872188249
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  26. Pass141,029 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    141,029 miles
    Test number
    814902787273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass140,970 miles (+691)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    140,970 miles
    Test number
    163410247028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass140,279 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    140,279 miles
    Test number
    762151446011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail140,266 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,266 miles
    Test number
    654387945375
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Questions about H83 UVO

Does H83 UVO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H83 UVO is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on H83 UVO?
The MOT on H83 UVO is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H83 UVO done?
H83 UVO was recorded at 160,040 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2026, an average of 966 miles a year.
Has H83 UVO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H83 UVO has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2026.
Has the mileage on H83 UVO 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 H83 UVO find?
H83 UVO passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2026 with 1 advisory: general underside corrosion.

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