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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,500 cc

K23 XEAMOT history

K23 XEA is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 29 Jul 1993. Its MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 81,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Mar 2026
Mileage
81,195 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K23 XEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
29 Jul 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K23 XEA was last recorded at 81,195 miles on 18 Mar 2025, 3,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,858 miles · 21 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
3,337 miles
Average per year
2,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,195 miles
  • 2024 – 77,858 miles
  • 2023 – 74,393 miles
  • 2022 – 71,490 miles
  • 2021 – 69,125 miles
  • 2020 – 67,310 miles
  • 2019 – 65,401 miles
  • 2018 – 62,943 miles
  • 2017 – 59,991 miles
  • 2016 – 56,247 miles
  • 2015 – 50,220 miles
  • 2014 – 48,522 miles
  • 2013 – 47,226 miles
  • 2012 – 46,290 miles
  • 2011 – 44,500 miles
  • 2010 – 42,681 miles
  • 2009 – 41,373 miles
  • 2008 – 40,407 miles
  • 2007 – 38,240 miles
  • 2006 – 36,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,195 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner whheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Tow bar not factory built

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,195 miles (+3,337)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,195 miles
    Test number
    529838109210
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner whheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass77,858 miles (+3,465)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    77,858 miles
    Test number
    603621824402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass74,393 miles (+2,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,393 miles
    Test number
    293765220893
    • 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 inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass71,490 miles (+2,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,490 miles
    Test number
    141105338703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass69,125 miles (+1,815)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,125 miles
    Test number
    770778800147
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass67,310 miles (+1,909)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,310 miles
    Test number
    226460458890
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass65,401 miles (+2,458)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    65,401 miles
    Test number
    840635342029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,943 miles (+2,952)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    62,943 miles
    Test number
    206709245032
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded full length + both front nearside inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers perished

  9. Pass59,991 miles (+309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    59,991 miles
    Test number
    391529571877
    • AdvisoryTow bar not factory built

  10. Fail59,682 miles (+3,435)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,682 miles
    Test number
    724049411828
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted original plate obscured . additional plate no lamp fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTow bar not factory built

  11. Pass56,247 miles (+6,027)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    56,247 miles
    Test number
    851879849423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,220 miles (+1,698)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    50,220 miles
    Test number
    657799845060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,522 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,522 miles
    Test number
    646278624186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,226 miles
    Test number
    509465503197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail47,226 miles (+936)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,226 miles
    Test number
    727825803118
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass46,290 miles (+1,790)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,290 miles
    Test number
    376040012186
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade worn

  17. Pass44,500 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,500 miles
    Test number
    736886801104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail44,500 miles (+1,819)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,500 miles
    Test number
    556255401119
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass42,681 miles (+1,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,681 miles
    Test number
    874533030159
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass41,373 miles (+966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,373 miles
    Test number
    740178129151
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass40,407 miles (+2,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,407 miles
    Test number
    331206938179
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass38,240 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,240 miles
    Test number
    622355937149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    36,246 miles
    Test number
    223789816194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K23 XEA

Does K23 XEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K23 XEA expired on 21 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K23 XEA?
The MOT on K23 XEA expired on 21 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K23 XEA done?
K23 XEA was recorded at 81,195 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2025, an average of 2,380 miles a year.
Has K23 XEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K23 XEA has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2017.
Has the mileage on K23 XEA 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 K23 XEA find?
K23 XEA passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner whheel arch; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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