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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1992 · 2,500 cc

K58 GALMOT history

K58 GAL is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 5 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 68,953 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2026
Mileage
68,953 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K58 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
5 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K58 GAL was last recorded at 68,953 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,755 miles · 27 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
198 miles
Average per year
1,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,953 miles
  • 2024 – 68,755 miles
  • 2023 – 67,719 miles
  • 2022 – 64,553 miles
  • 2021 – 62,802 miles
  • 2020 – 62,656 miles
  • 2019 – 62,476 miles
  • 2018 – 61,308 miles
  • 2017 – 59,269 miles
  • 2016 – 58,930 miles
  • 2015 – 56,801 miles
  • 2014 – 55,133 miles
  • 2013 – 54,412 miles
  • 2012 – 53,594 miles
  • 2011 – 52,532 miles
  • 2010 – 50,807 miles
  • 2009 – 48,369 miles
  • 2007 – 46,716 miles
  • 2006 – 44,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,953 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryLeaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass68,953 miles (+198)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    68,953 miles
    Test number
    735201242958
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass68,755 miles (+1,036)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    68,755 miles
    Test number
    611257229694
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface corrosion

  3. Pass67,719 miles (+3,166)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    67,719 miles
    Test number
    531794176744
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp BOTH SIDES (4.2.3 (c))

  4. Pass64,553 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    64,553 miles
    Test number
    981871702247
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail64,553 miles (+1,751)1 dangerous1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,553 miles
    Test number
    133190902552
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass62,802 miles (+146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    62,802 miles
    Test number
    266664078898
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH SIDES (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass62,656 miles (+3)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    62,656 miles
    Test number
    233496977167
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Fail62,653 miles (+177)1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,653 miles
    Test number
    105266105514
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring for braking components extremely deteriorated (4.11 (b) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass62,476 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    62,476 miles
    Test number
    396661414907
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail62,473 miles (+1,165)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,473 miles
    Test number
    179914942613
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass61,308 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,308 miles
    Test number
    700121372441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked and out of shape and 15 years old!
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers split/broken

  12. Fail61,308 miles (+2,039)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,308 miles
    Test number
    733960565208
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked and out of shape and 15 years old!
    • AdvisoryExhaust rubbers split/broken

  13. Pass59,269 miles (+339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,269 miles
    Test number
    612642693164
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting rubber broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass58,930 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    58,930 miles
    Test number
    324804131905
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting rubbers deteriorated

  15. Fail58,930 miles (+2,129)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,930 miles
    Test number
    645454162735
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect condensation on lens (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting rubbers deteriorated

  16. Pass56,801 miles (+1,668)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,801 miles
    Test number
    317939685003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteExhaust mounting rubbers broken and deteriorating

  17. Pass55,133 miles (+721)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,133 miles
    Test number
    286223004467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,412 miles
    Test number
    427694063063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,412 miles (+818)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,412 miles
    Test number
    416503963025
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  20. Pass53,594 miles (+35)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,594 miles
    Test number
    547408352040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front inner sill corroded and holed
    • NoteOffside rear view mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside steering track rod end boot split
    • NoteSpare and both rear tyres manufactured in 2003

  21. Fail53,559 miles (+1,027)2 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,559 miles
    Test number
    325671452043
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre manufactured in 1992
    • NoteOffside front inner sill corroded and holed
    • NoteOffside rear view mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside steering rack boot split
    • NoteSpare, both rear and offside front tyres manufactured in 2003

  22. Pass52,532 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    52,532 miles
    Test number
    239712361077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,517 miles (+1,710)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,517 miles
    Test number
    478789651078
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  24. Pass50,807 miles11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,807 miles
    Test number
    913941160068
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOff side door mirror glass damaged not affecting view to rear at time of test

  25. Fail50,807 miles (+2,438)2 failures11 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,807 miles
    Test number
    143327650456
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOff side door mirror glass damaged not affecting view to rear at time of test

  26. Fail48,369 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,369 miles
    Test number
    773627159054
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  27. Pass48,369 miles (+1,653)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,369 miles
    Test number
    973097359077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass46,716 miles (+1,771)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    46,716 miles
    Test number
    370972717269
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  29. Fail44,945 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,945 miles
    Test number
    194970016205
    • Repaired at testExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass44,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    44,945 miles
    Test number
    521720416295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K58 GAL

Does K58 GAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K58 GAL expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K58 GAL?
The MOT on K58 GAL expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K58 GAL done?
K58 GAL was recorded at 68,953 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 1,281 miles a year.
Has K58 GAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K58 GAL has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on K58 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 K58 GAL find?
K58 GAL passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 6 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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