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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1992 · 1,905 cc

K36 GALMOT history

K36 GAL is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 2 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 129,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2026
Mileage
129,108 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,369 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K36 GAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
2 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K36 GAL was last recorded at 129,108 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 139 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,969 miles · 5 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
139 miles
Average per year
3,369 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,108 miles
  • 2025 – 128,969 miles
  • 2024 – 128,757 miles
  • 2023 – 128,704 miles
  • 2022 – 127,809 miles
  • 2021 – 126,415 miles
  • 2019 – 122,612 miles
  • 2018 – 120,027 miles
  • 2017 – 118,799 miles
  • 2016 – 117,895 miles
  • 2015 – 116,497 miles
  • 2014 – 112,141 miles
  • 2013 – 109,073 miles
  • 2012 – 102,630 miles
  • 2011 – 97,261 miles
  • 2010 – 93,439 miles
  • 2009 – 86,509 miles
  • 2008 – 80,835 miles
  • 2007 – 68,570 miles
  • 2006 – 60,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,108 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing ,in cab (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg, in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing,in cab (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg , underneath (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,108 miles (+139)17 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,108 miles
    Test number
    469063115254
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing ,in cab (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg, in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing,in cab (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg , underneath (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg in wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass128,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    128,969 miles
    Test number
    438313481876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail128,969 miles (+212)1 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,969 miles
    Test number
    480204989259
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass128,757 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    128,757 miles
    Test number
    430285059354
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail128,757 miles (+53)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,757 miles
    Test number
    865467548438
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass128,704 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    128,704 miles
    Test number
    430731983327
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail128,701 miles (+892)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,701 miles
    Test number
    244614988493
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass127,809 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    127,809 miles
    Test number
    652664526800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail127,805 miles (+1,390)13 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,805 miles
    Test number
    482154151667
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and inner sill ( front to rear) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch and inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak lower radiator hose

  10. Pass126,415 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    126,415 miles
    Test number
    701268307293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded

  11. Fail126,410 miles (+3,798)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,410 miles
    Test number
    253412381335
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Headlamp full of water (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust rubber hangars deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch corroded

  12. Pass122,612 miles (+21)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,612 miles
    Test number
    714688817741
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))

  13. Fail122,591 miles (+2,564)8 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,591 miles
    Test number
    114037245241
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bottom of arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))

  14. Pass120,027 miles (+1,228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    120,027 miles
    Test number
    925405549146
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper blade splitting at ends

  15. Pass118,799 miles (+904)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    118,799 miles
    Test number
    184881182029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass117,895 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    117,895 miles
    Test number
    850118107528
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers starting to crack
    • AdvisoryRear step mountings rusted front bumper lose

  17. Fail117,891 miles (+1,394)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,891 miles
    Test number
    132254109182
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers starting to crack
    • AdvisoryRear step mountings rusted front bumper lose

  18. Pass116,497 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    116,497 miles
    Test number
    958737705131
    • NoteO/S/R Valance near spring hanger corroded but not considered excessive
    • NoteO/S/R outer sill corroded but not considered structural
    • NoteVery slight play in both Track rod ends

  19. Fail116,497 miles (+4,356)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,497 miles
    Test number
    307381505169
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteO/S/R Valance near spring hanger corroded but not considered excessive
    • NoteO/S/R outer sill corroded but not considered structural
    • NoteVery slight play in both Track rod ends

  20. Pass112,141 miles (+3,068)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    112,141 miles
    Test number
    869608674055
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust rubber mountings poor condition

  21. Pass109,073 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    109,073 miles
    Test number
    789091303169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail109,045 miles (+6,415)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,045 miles
    Test number
    896753893099
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass102,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    102,630 miles
    Test number
    707858702145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail102,630 miles (+5,369)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,630 miles
    Test number
    926928202192
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass97,261 miles (+3,822)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    97,261 miles
    Test number
    117322281429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass93,439 miles (+6,930)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    93,439 miles
    Test number
    102142780485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass86,509 miles (+5,674)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    86,509 miles
    Test number
    450569299018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass80,835 miles (+12,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    80,835 miles
    Test number
    894379308104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass68,570 miles (+7,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,570 miles
    Test number
    203508807168
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass60,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    60,964 miles
    Test number
    773447796015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K36 GAL

Does K36 GAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K36 GAL expired on 5 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K36 GAL?
The MOT on K36 GAL expired on 5 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K36 GAL done?
K36 GAL was recorded at 129,108 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 3,369 miles a year.
Has K36 GAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K36 GAL has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K36 GAL 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 K36 GAL find?
K36 GAL failed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 17 major defects: front windscreen washer not working; main beam tell-tale not working; nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch, and 14 more.

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