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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,971 cc

K68 XCWMOT history

K68 XCW is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 23 Jun 1993. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 52,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
52,592 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K68 XCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
23 Jun 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K68 XCW was last recorded at 52,592 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,591 miles · 27 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,592 miles
  • 2025 – 51,038 miles
  • 2024 – 49,666 miles
  • 2023 – 48,333 miles
  • 2022 – 47,335 miles
  • 2021 – 46,225 miles
  • 2020 – 45,444 miles
  • 2019 – 44,229 miles
  • 2018 – 43,470 miles
  • 2017 – 41,861 miles
  • 2016 – 39,463 miles
  • 2015 – 37,311 miles
  • 2014 – 36,992 miles
  • 2013 – 36,377 miles
  • 2012 – 34,263 miles
  • 2011 – 33,409 miles
  • 2010 – 32,453 miles
  • 2009 – 31,975 miles
  • 2008 – 31,514 miles
  • 2007 – 29,397 miles
  • 2006 – 26,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,592 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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe in various places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,592 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    52,592 miles
    Test number
    274329481581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail52,591 miles (+1,553)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,591 miles
    Test number
    934408645377
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass51,038 miles (+1,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    51,038 miles
    Test number
    775140771559
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass49,666 miles (+1,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    49,666 miles
    Test number
    209000591628
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside and Offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass48,333 miles (+10)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    48,333 miles
    Test number
    137218462644
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe in various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess lower gearbox mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryLeisure battery tray corroded

  6. Fail48,323 miles (+988)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,323 miles
    Test number
    860660555362
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch/sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe in various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess lower gearbox mount (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryLeisure battery tray corroded

  7. Pass47,335 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    47,335 miles
    Test number
    416512127344
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear pipe in various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail47,335 miles (+1,110)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,335 miles
    Test number
    621978201437
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear pipe in various places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass46,225 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    46,225 miles
    Test number
    420645889475
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail46,222 miles (+778)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,222 miles
    Test number
    500807822158
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass45,444 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    45,444 miles
    Test number
    533215421668
    • AdvisorySlight travel in foot brake

  12. Fail45,436 miles (+1,207)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,436 miles
    Test number
    604031098306
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySlight travel in foot brake

  13. Pass44,229 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    44,229 miles
    Test number
    473758057819
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Fail44,229 miles (+759)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,229 miles
    Test number
    861518490686
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass43,470 miles (+1,609)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    43,470 miles
    Test number
    644108849321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,861 miles (+2,398)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    41,861 miles
    Test number
    244870559796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,463 miles (+2,152)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    39,463 miles
    Test number
    120695378467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,311 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,311 miles
    Test number
    545341105228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail37,309 miles (+317)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,309 miles
    Test number
    308916895135
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass36,992 miles (+615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,992 miles
    Test number
    247789094190
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass36,377 miles (+2,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,377 miles
    Test number
    839300703269
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass34,263 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,263 miles
    Test number
    555652782119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,409 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,409 miles
    Test number
    875186601235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail33,404 miles (+951)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,404 miles
    Test number
    648150591104
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass32,453 miles (+478)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,453 miles
    Test number
    674809580166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,975 miles
    Test number
    242876599484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail31,975 miles (+461)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,975 miles
    Test number
    863606799149
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass31,514 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,514 miles
    Test number
    630423298120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail31,514 miles (+2,117)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,514 miles
    Test number
    762183798133
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  30. Pass29,397 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    29,397 miles
    Test number
    792212477126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass26,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,583 miles
    Test number
    270120466453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail26,583 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,583 miles
    Test number
    753270766128
    • Repaired at testNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Questions about K68 XCW

Does K68 XCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K68 XCW is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K68 XCW?
The MOT on K68 XCW is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K68 XCW done?
K68 XCW was recorded at 52,592 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 1,291 miles a year.
Has K68 XCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K68 XCW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K68 XCW 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 K68 XCW find?
K68 XCW passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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