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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1992 · 2,500 cc

K51 GALMOT history

K51 GAL is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 8 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 44,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 May 2027
Mileage
44,890 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K51 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
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 May 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K51 GAL was last recorded at 44,890 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 258 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,632 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
258 miles
Average per year
1,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,890 miles
  • 2025 – 44,632 miles
  • 2024 – 44,336 miles
  • 2022 – 42,937 miles
  • 2021 – 40,899 miles
  • 2020 – 39,014 miles
  • 2019 – 37,276 miles
  • 2018 – 36,027 miles
  • 2017 – 34,934 miles
  • 2016 – 33,783 miles
  • 2015 – 31,175 miles
  • 2013 – 30,473 miles
  • 2012 – 30,461 miles
  • 2011 – 30,353 miles
  • 2010 – 29,880 miles
  • 2009 – 27,967 miles
  • 2008 – 26,656 miles
  • 2007 – 24,611 miles
  • 2006 – 23,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,890 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,890 miles (+258)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2027
    Odometer
    44,890 miles
    Test number
    329309531966
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass44,632 miles (+296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2026
    Odometer
    44,632 miles
    Test number
    370828108904
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass44,336 miles (+11)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    44,336 miles
    Test number
    938204942070
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail44,325 miles (+1,388)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,325 miles
    Test number
    468077976828
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass42,937 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    42,937 miles
    Test number
    299924824964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail42,931 miles (+2,032)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,931 miles
    Test number
    333351174938
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass40,899 miles (+19)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    40,899 miles
    Test number
    339671595130
    • DangerousAll Tyres dated 2006
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Indicator lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose not clipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush NSR & OSR (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail40,880 miles (+1,866)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,880 miles
    Test number
    953366945068
    • DangerousAll Tyres dated 2006
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose not clipped
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Indicator lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose not clipped
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush NSR & OSR (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass39,014 miles (+19)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    39,014 miles
    Test number
    376556071550
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryLeaf springs are worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  10. Fail38,995 miles (+1,719)12 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,995 miles
    Test number
    302672333720
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryLeaf springs are worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  11. Pass37,276 miles (+1,249)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    37,276 miles
    Test number
    226379513293
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass36,027 miles (+1,093)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    36,027 miles
    Test number
    856783868847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front passenger seat swivel for captains seat is loose but seat is secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass34,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    34,934 miles
    Test number
    867444037571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,934 miles (+1,151)4 failures2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,934 miles
    Test number
    636648580633
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Left to Right (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureEngine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass33,783 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    33,783 miles
    Test number
    633732584797
    • AdvisoryOffside front bumper slightly damaged

  16. Fail33,783 miles (+2,608)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,783 miles
    Test number
    338372572787
    • FailureOffside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage water heater cover (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front bumper slightly damaged

  17. Pass31,175 miles (+702)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,175 miles
    Test number
    255767965114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass30,473 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    30,473 miles
    Test number
    106252343408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,461 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    30,461 miles
    Test number
    488099162236
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Fail30,461 miles (+108)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,461 miles
    Test number
    609343562280
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  21. Pass30,353 miles (+473)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    30,353 miles
    Test number
    346831621460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOff side rear marker light missing

  22. Pass29,880 miles (+1,913)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    29,880 miles
    Test number
    194368780105
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOff side rear marker light missing

  23. Pass27,967 miles (+1,311)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,967 miles
    Test number
    114157489130
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOff side rear marker light missing

  24. Pass26,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    26,656 miles
    Test number
    751827378127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail26,656 miles (+2,045)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,656 miles
    Test number
    413797878138
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheel bearings

  26. Pass24,611 miles (+673)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    24,611 miles
    Test number
    564167507166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,938 miles
    Test number
    370479576219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K51 GAL

Does K51 GAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K51 GAL is valid until 8 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K51 GAL?
The MOT on K51 GAL is valid until 8 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K51 GAL done?
K51 GAL was recorded at 44,890 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 1,073 miles a year.
Has K51 GAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K51 GAL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on K51 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 K51 GAL find?
K51 GAL passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 8 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 5 more.

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