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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1992 · 1,971 cc

K38 GEXMOT history

K38 GEX is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 14 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 94,287 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2022
Mileage
94,287 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K38 GEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
14 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

K38 GEX was last recorded at 94,287 miles on 10 Nov 2021, 166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,121 miles · 6 Aug 2019
Between the last two tests
166 miles
Average per year
2,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 94,287 miles
  • 2019 – 94,121 miles
  • 2018 – 91,603 miles
  • 2017 – 87,463 miles
  • 2016 – 83,556 miles
  • 2014 – 83,490 miles
  • 2013 – 81,565 miles
  • 2012 – 75,705 miles
  • 2011 – 71,992 miles
  • 2010 – 68,644 miles
  • 2009 – 65,467 miles
  • 2008 – 59,424 miles
  • 2007 – 54,093 miles
  • 2006 – 49,200 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,287 miles

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner wheel arches (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.4.A.2h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust rubbers are perished.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,287 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    94,287 miles
    Test number
    573586092984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,121 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    94,121 miles
    Test number
    682762783955
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail94,114 miles (+2,511)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,114 miles
    Test number
    182910606645
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower engine mount bush split (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch near jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear panel corroded near both rear spring mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass91,603 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    91,603 miles
    Test number
    661561660041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail91,545 miles (+4,082)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,545 miles
    Test number
    971705270516
    • DangerousFuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185x14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch at front of wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Pass87,463 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,463 miles
    Test number
    147727824503
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner wheel arches (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers are perished.

  7. Fail87,439 miles (+3,883)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,439 miles
    Test number
    115281987992
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner wheel arches (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers are perished.

  8. Pass83,556 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    83,556 miles
    Test number
    843619369502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,516 miles (+26)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,516 miles
    Test number
    814032396688
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper hanging off

  10. Fail83,490 miles (+1,925)11 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,490 miles
    Test number
    559028194111
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  11. Pass81,565 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    81,565 miles
    Test number
    297029683235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail81,562 miles (+5,857)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,562 miles
    Test number
    917637383229
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass75,705 miles (+3,713)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    75,705 miles
    Test number
    459085742208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,992 miles (+3,348)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,992 miles
    Test number
    888981031242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,644 miles (+3,177)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,644 miles
    Test number
    974462750259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    65,467 miles
    Test number
    580082519248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,467 miles (+6,043)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,467 miles
    Test number
    303212519217
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre to be replace
    • NoteTo replace front driveshaft

  18. Pass59,424 miles (+5,331)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    59,424 miles
    Test number
    341540608276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,093 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    54,093 miles
    Test number
    590998577142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,093 miles (+4,893)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,093 miles
    Test number
    383797577185
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteReplace o/s/r tyre due to cracking

  21. Pass49,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    49,200 miles
    Test number
    140005976143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,200 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,200 miles
    Test number
    583953476105
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about K38 GEX

Does K38 GEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K38 GEX expired on 9 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K38 GEX?
The MOT on K38 GEX expired on 9 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K38 GEX done?
K38 GEX was recorded at 94,287 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2021, an average of 2,930 miles a year.
Has K38 GEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K38 GEX has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on K38 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 K38 GEX find?
K38 GEX passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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