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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1992 · 2,500 cc

K43 GALMOT history

K43 GAL is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 13 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,119 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 26 May 2024
Mileage
109,119 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2023
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K43 GAL
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
13 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 May 2024
Latest MOT test
27 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K43 GAL was last recorded at 109,119 miles on 27 May 2023, 5,790 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,329 miles · 6 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
5,790 miles
Average per year
3,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,119 miles
  • 2022 – 103,329 miles
  • 2019 – 100,858 miles
  • 2018 – 97,856 miles
  • 2017 – 96,934 miles
  • 2016 – 96,921 miles
  • 2015 – 92,183 miles
  • 2014 – 83,100 miles
  • 2013 – 76,518 miles
  • 2012 – 75,267 miles
  • 2011 – 73,876 miles
  • 2010 – 70,812 miles
  • 2009 – 67,448 miles
  • 2008 – 64,351 miles
  • 2006 – 57,120 miles
  • 2005 – 50,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,119 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside in heavy underseal

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 Headlamp aim too high

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Battery insecure

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,119 miles (+5,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    109,119 miles
    Test number
    647647672580
    • AdvisoryUnderside in heavy underseal

  2. Pass103,329 miles (+2,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,329 miles
    Test number
    300807893554
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily undersealed

  3. Pass100,858 miles (+3,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,858 miles
    Test number
    572133651850
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill holed outwith a prescribed area

  4. Pass97,856 miles (+922)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    97,856 miles
    Test number
    376774827186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass96,934 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,934 miles
    Test number
    754388786813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail96,928 miles (+7)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,928 miles
    Test number
    956628806271
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded REAR (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded REAR (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured IN REAR CORNER (2.4.A.3)

  7. Fail96,921 miles (+4,738)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,921 miles
    Test number
    265784056148
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheelarch (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheelarch (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end /inner wheelarch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has a scrubbed edge

  8. Pass92,183 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,183 miles
    Test number
    966617525160
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail92,183 miles (+9,083)2 dangerous11 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,183 miles
    Test number
    748190025172
    • DangerousNearside Front Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass83,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    83,100 miles
    Test number
    397568424198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail83,100 miles (+6,582)1 dangerous9 failures7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,100 miles
    Test number
    836568814115
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNearside and offside inner and outer sills are corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is wearing on the edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing on the edge
    • NoteVarious body panels including the arches are corroded

  12. Pass76,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    675701103163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,518 miles (+1,251)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    546704583095
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s/rear shocker top casing deteriorating
    • NotePark brake cable resting on exhaust

  14. Pass75,267 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,267 miles
    Test number
    419430962000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,231 miles (+1,355)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,231 miles
    Test number
    665307442018
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass73,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    73,876 miles
    Test number
    147559211003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,876 miles (+3,064)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,876 miles
    Test number
    589039311056
    • FailureCentre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront discs a bit pitted

  18. Pass70,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    70,812 miles
    Test number
    174869310478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,812 miles (+3,364)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,812 miles
    Test number
    461759910006
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteAux battery box corroded
    • NoteSuspect leak at tank area

  20. Pass67,448 miles (+3,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    67,448 miles
    Test number
    333850629072
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  21. Pass64,351 miles (+6)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    64,351 miles
    Test number
    931920038041
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdvise slight play steering rack+slight play o/s/f bearing + both rear

  22. Fail64,345 miles (+7,225)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,345 miles
    Test number
    171210318464
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdvise slight play steering rack + slight play o/s/f + both rear

  23. Pass57,120 miles (+307)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    57,120 miles
    Test number
    930626246325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail56,813 miles (+6,810)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,813 miles
    Test number
    684761946355
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteAdvise slight play steering rack
    • NoteO/s/r light unit been repaired ( no whiite light showing)

  25. Pass50,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    50,003 miles
    Test number
    284694295221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K43 GAL

Does K43 GAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K43 GAL expired on 26 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K43 GAL?
The MOT on K43 GAL expired on 26 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K43 GAL done?
K43 GAL was recorded at 109,119 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2023, an average of 3,360 miles a year.
Has K43 GAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K43 GAL has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2017.
Has the mileage on K43 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 K43 GAL find?
K43 GAL passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2023 with 1 advisory: underside in heavy underseal.

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