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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1992 · 2,500 cc

K34 GEXMOT history

K34 GEX is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 8 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 101,476 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
101,476 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,932 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K34 GEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
8 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K34 GEX was last recorded at 101,476 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,819 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
657 miles
Average per year
1,932 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,476 miles
  • 2025 – 100,819 miles
  • 2023 – 99,809 miles
  • 2022 – 94,157 miles
  • 2021 – 88,049 miles
  • 2020 – 87,486 miles
  • 2019 – 87,116 miles
  • 2018 – 86,673 miles
  • 2017 – 85,695 miles
  • 2016 – 85,014 miles
  • 2015 – 83,418 miles
  • 2014 – 81,534 miles
  • 2013 – 79,109 miles
  • 2012 – 77,348 miles
  • 2011 – 74,282 miles
  • 2010 – 69,991 miles
  • 2009 – 68,323 miles
  • 2008 – 66,430 miles
  • 2007 – 65,052 miles
  • 2006 – 63,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,476 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Previous repairs to structure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    101,476 miles
    Test number
    728487562195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,476 miles (+657)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,476 miles
    Test number
    277228806750
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass100,819 miles (+1,010)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    100,819 miles
    Test number
    509868433916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,809 miles (+5,652)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    99,809 miles
    Test number
    807169592270
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair parking brake lever has reserve travel (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass94,157 miles (+52)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    94,157 miles
    Test number
    963082755566
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper bracket corroded both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Fail94,105 miles (+6,056)10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,105 miles
    Test number
    150262298261
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hanger mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring front hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hanger mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring front hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis leg,heavily under sealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass88,049 miles (+563)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,049 miles
    Test number
    509843004155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,486 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    87,486 miles
    Test number
    359253705788
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside front door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside front door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail87,486 miles (+370)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,486 miles
    Test number
    499535028344
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside front door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside front door step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass87,116 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,116 miles
    Test number
    891842636225
    • AdvisoryDiscs corroding

  11. Fail89,116 miles (+2,443)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,116 miles
    Test number
    133436518484
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDiscs corroding

  12. Pass86,673 miles (+978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    86,673 miles
    Test number
    763100276264
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aim deflectors fitted
    • AdvisoryPrevious repairs to structure

  13. Pass85,695 miles (+681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    85,695 miles
    Test number
    286531204263
    • AdvisoryPrevious repairs to structure

  14. Pass85,014 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,014 miles
    Test number
    783798791030
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail85,005 miles (+1,587)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,005 miles
    Test number
    634292211576
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front backing sill holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass83,418 miles (+1,884)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    83,418 miles
    Test number
    882104903498
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp pattern deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth front door steps corroding
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryUneven wear both front tyres

  17. Pass81,534 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    81,534 miles
    Test number
    728116614354
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing noisy

  18. Fail81,534 miles (+2,425)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,534 miles
    Test number
    825685714321
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing noisy

  19. Pass79,109 miles (+1,761)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    79,109 miles
    Test number
    617995523302
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteIndicator rate at maximum rate
    • NoteUneven wear offside rear tyre

  20. Pass77,348 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,348 miles
    Test number
    615475322391
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe starting to corrode

  21. Fail77,348 miles (+3,066)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,348 miles
    Test number
    878615222308
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe starting to corrode

  22. Pass74,282 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    74,282 miles
    Test number
    239936221399
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front discs slightly pitted
    • NoteSump has been repaired

  23. Fail74,282 miles (+29)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,282 miles
    Test number
    716246121350
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front discs slightly pitted
    • NoteSump has been repaired

  24. Fail74,253 miles (+4,262)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,253 miles
    Test number
    417624501394
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front discs pitted

  25. Pass69,991 miles (+1,668)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    69,991 miles
    Test number
    213940800315
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly pitted

  26. Pass68,323 miles (+1,893)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    68,323 miles
    Test number
    424061209385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass66,430 miles (+1,378)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    66,430 miles
    Test number
    254867838175
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear springs slightly weak

  28. Pass65,052 miles (+2,006)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,052 miles
    Test number
    793679787056
    • NoteMetal brake pipe from front to rear starting to corrode.
    • NoteMetal brake pipe from t-piece to near side rear wheelcylinder starting to corrode.
    • NoteMetal brake pipe from t-piece to off side rear wheel cylinder starting to corrode.

  29. Pass63,046 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    63,046 miles
    Test number
    473785076007
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe starting to corrode
    • NoteNear side front outer cv boot damp with grease
    • NoteOff side door step flaking
    • NoteRear shock absorber bushes starting to perish

Questions about K34 GEX

Does K34 GEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K34 GEX is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K34 GEX?
The MOT on K34 GEX is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K34 GEX done?
K34 GEX was recorded at 101,476 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 1,932 miles a year.
Has K34 GEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K34 GEX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K34 GEX 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 K34 GEX find?
K34 GEX passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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