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Green · Petrol · 1993 · 1,971 cc

K71 JYCMOT history

K71 JYC is a green petrol Talbot Express first used on 1 Mar 1993. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 67,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
67,629 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K71 JYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Mar 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K71 JYC was last recorded at 67,629 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Sept 2006: 48,300 miles, lower than 487,291 miles on 30 Aug 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
67,124 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
505 miles
Average per year
1,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,629 miles
  • 2025 – 67,124 miles
  • 2024 – 67,112 miles
  • 2023 – 66,842 miles
  • 2022 – 65,065 miles
  • 2021 – 63,215 miles
  • 2020 – 61,332 miles
  • 2016 – 60,718 miles
  • 2015 – 59,737 miles
  • 2014 – 58,284 miles
  • 2013 – 56,810 miles
  • 2012 – 55,002 miles
  • 2011 – 50,924 miles
  • 2010 – 50,368 miles
  • 2009 – 48,762 miles
  • 2006 – 48,300 miles
  • 2005 – 45,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,629 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both sway bar bushes deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,629 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    67,629 miles
    Test number
    813023701296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail67,621 miles (+497)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,621 miles
    Test number
    354649567188
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass67,124 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    67,124 miles
    Test number
    224477404200
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail67,124 miles (+12)2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,124 miles
    Test number
    562720939160
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass67,112 miles (+270)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    67,112 miles
    Test number
    497851676243
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive wet around and on engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive wet around gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both top bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))
  6. Pass66,842 miles (+6)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    66,842 miles
    Test number
    773125164774
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis number cut out of OSF step, readable VIN plate under bonnet
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 2/4 rubbers missing but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both sway bar bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both inner arch sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both top and bottom bushes (5.3.2 (c))
  7. Fail66,836 miles (+1,771)2 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,836 miles
    Test number
    659805591240
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 1 of 2 brake pipe side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded 1 of 2 brake pipe side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis number cut out of OSF step readable plate displayed under bonnet
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective 2 of 4 rubber hangers missing but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule other 2 at front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both sway bar bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner arch sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 1 of 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 1 of 2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear top and bottom bushes (5.3.2 (c))
  8. Pass65,065 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    65,065 miles
    Test number
    157670978707
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper inner backing panel (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play when loaded (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis number cut out of offside floor area/obligated. readable identification on front upper panel plate.
  9. Fail65,064 miles (+1,849)2 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,064 miles
    Test number
    443277358922
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel when brake pedal pushes to floor (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel when brake pedal pushes to floor (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder defective but brake still operating pedal intermittently pushes to floor (1.1.10 (b) (i))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel pushes to floor (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brake damaged to the extent that the braking system is adversely affected handbrake lever pivots/mountings damaged/splitting brackets/mounts (1.1.21 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper inner backing panel (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play when loaded (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output dull image (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryChassis number cut out of offside floor area/obligated. readable identification on front upper panel plate.
  10. Pass63,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    63,215 miles
    Test number
    887654013079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail63,212 miles (+1,880)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,212 miles
    Test number
    482932001618
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass61,332 miles (+614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    61,332 miles
    Test number
    852441151687
    • AdvisoryO/s/f track rod end has slight play-brake pipes covered by substance-rear brakes slightly binding
  13. Pass60,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    587813284800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,718 miles (+981)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    660652299838
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
  15. Fail59,737 miles3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,737 miles
    Test number
    175748075150
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  16. Pass59,737 miles (+1,453)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    59,737 miles
    Test number
    999928275132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  17. Pass58,284 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    58,284 miles
    Test number
    765329384159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,275 miles (+1,465)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,275 miles
    Test number
    349739664142
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass56,810 miles (+1,808)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,810 miles
    Test number
    375074643180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,002 miles (+4,078)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,002 miles
    Test number
    459576442116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,924 miles (+556)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,924 miles
    Test number
    548075321135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,368 miles (+1,606)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    50,368 miles
    Test number
    213265940468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,762 miles (+462)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,762 miles
    Test number
    263968849425
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteX4 exhaust rubber mounts perished/cracked
  24. Pass48,300 miles (-438,991)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    48,300 miles
    Test number
    881597746227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail487,291 miles (+441,688)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    487,291 miles
    Test number
    384922946441
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  26. Pass45,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    45,603 miles
    Test number
    321390255408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail45,603 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,603 miles
    Test number
    452288045202
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about K71 JYC

Does K71 JYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K71 JYC is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on K71 JYC?
The MOT on K71 JYC is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K71 JYC done?
K71 JYC was recorded at 67,629 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 1,044 miles a year.
Has K71 JYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K71 JYC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K71 JYC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Sept 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K71 JYC find?
K71 JYC passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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