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Talbot Express

White · Lpg · 1992 · 1,971 cc

J453 CTVMOT history

J453 CTV is a white lpg Talbot Express first used on 1 Jan 1992. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 95,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jul 2027
Mileage
95,178 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,831 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J453 CTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Lpg
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Jan 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J453 CTV was last recorded at 95,178 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,171 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,831 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,178 miles
  • 2025 – 95,171 miles
  • 2024 – 94,859 miles
  • 2023 – 94,281 miles
  • 2022 – 93,661 miles
  • 2021 – 93,411 miles
  • 2019 – 91,139 miles
  • 2018 – 89,154 miles
  • 2017 – 87,530 miles
  • 2016 – 86,456 miles
  • 2015 – 83,283 miles
  • 2014 – 79,587 miles
  • 2013 – 74,771 miles
  • 2012 – 71,561 miles
  • 2011 – 67,180 miles
  • 2010 – 64,653 miles
  • 2009 – 62,696 miles
  • 2008 – 60,678 miles
  • 2007 – 59,031 miles
  • 2006 – 57,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,178 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,178 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    95,178 miles
    Test number
    670889538325
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass95,171 miles (+312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    95,171 miles
    Test number
    230133821054
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material [front to rear] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to nearside and offside front panel/inner wheel arch areas

  3. Pass94,859 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,859 miles
    Test number
    530357100105
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake efficiency low requirements only just met
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail94,859 miles (+578)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,859 miles
    Test number
    301690965810
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake efficiency low requirements only just met
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,281 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    94,281 miles
    Test number
    762744090306
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the front of both inner wheel arch areas
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake efficiency low

  6. Fail94,281 miles (+22)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,281 miles
    Test number
    404294964352
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to the front of both inner wheel arch areas
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake efficiency low

  7. Fail94,259 miles (+598)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,259 miles
    Test number
    344385318537
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth frontbody components corroded

  8. Pass93,661 miles (+250)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    93,661 miles
    Test number
    973977728018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass93,411 miles (+2,272)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    93,411 miles
    Test number
    157129792867
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass91,139 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    91,139 miles
    Test number
    706747160798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail91,139 miles (+1,985)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,139 miles
    Test number
    468513216264
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass89,154 miles (+1,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,154 miles
    Test number
    676906309510
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass87,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    87,530 miles
    Test number
    670136016723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,530 miles (+1,074)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,530 miles
    Test number
    628338207708
    • DangerousOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sidewall perishing

  15. Pass86,456 miles (+3,173)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    86,456 miles
    Test number
    577266817807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front road wheel slight binding
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres age cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  16. Pass83,283 miles (+3,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,283 miles
    Test number
    287831175020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass79,587 miles (+4,816)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    79,587 miles
    Test number
    759792874028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,771 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    74,771 miles
    Test number
    595866563032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,561 miles (+4,381)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    71,561 miles
    Test number
    605643122012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail67,180 miles3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,180 miles
    Test number
    147324931000
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel has slight bind

  21. Pass67,180 miles (+2,527)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    67,180 miles
    Test number
    798284731063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel has slight bind

  22. Pass64,653 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,653 miles
    Test number
    712322610134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,646 miles (+1,950)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,646 miles
    Test number
    123043380433
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass62,696 miles (+2,018)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,696 miles
    Test number
    161869099063
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass60,678 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,678 miles
    Test number
    870299198041
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Fail60,665 miles (+1,634)1 dangerous8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,665 miles
    Test number
    312492898004
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass59,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    59,031 miles
    Test number
    182951687403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail59,031 miles (+1,187)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,031 miles
    Test number
    573981477058
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe rusty. †N/s rear tyre perrished. †Slight blow front section exhaust exhaust rubbers perrished.Front discs rusty and pads low

  29. Pass57,844 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    57,844 miles
    Test number
    111014646422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail57,834 miles7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,834 miles
    Test number
    111370846036
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about J453 CTV

Does J453 CTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J453 CTV is valid until 11 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on J453 CTV?
The MOT on J453 CTV is valid until 11 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J453 CTV done?
J453 CTV was recorded at 95,178 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 1,831 miles a year.
Has J453 CTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J453 CTV has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on J453 CTV 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 J453 CTV find?
J453 CTV passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch, and 2 more.

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