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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1992 · 1,905 cc

K79 XNKMOT history

K79 XNK is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 95,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
95,944 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,130 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K79 XNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K79 XNK was last recorded at 95,944 miles on 22 May 2026, 303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,641 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
303 miles
Average per year
1,130 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,944 miles
  • 2025 – 95,641 miles
  • 2024 – 95,098 miles
  • 2023 – 94,911 miles
  • 2022 – 94,678 miles
  • 2021 – 94,069 miles
  • 2020 – 93,802 miles
  • 2019 – 93,688 miles
  • 2018 – 93,656 miles
  • 2017 – 93,339 miles
  • 2016 – 91,914 miles
  • 2015 – 90,196 miles
  • 2014 – 88,695 miles
  • 2013 – 88,674 miles
  • 2012 – 86,158 miles
  • 2011 – 79,916 miles
  • 2010 – 78,458 miles
  • 2009 – 77,214 miles
  • 2008 – 74,936 miles
  • 2007 – 74,056 miles
  • 2006 – 73,455 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,944 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Brake load sensing valve stiff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    95,944 miles
    Test number
    205404854958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail95,944 miles (+303)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,944 miles
    Test number
    116405653757
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  3. Pass95,641 miles (+543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    95,641 miles
    Test number
    249499054439
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  4. Pass95,098 miles (+187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    95,098 miles
    Test number
    566682178887
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  5. Pass94,911 miles (+233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    94,911 miles
    Test number
    267408023095
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

  6. Pass94,678 miles (+609)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    94,678 miles
    Test number
    487344464097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,069 miles (+267)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    94,069 miles
    Test number
    548253956759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,802 miles (+114)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    93,802 miles
    Test number
    953273876666
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass93,688 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    93,688 miles
    Test number
    345326028229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass93,656 miles (+317)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,656 miles
    Test number
    222033619798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,339 miles (+1,425)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,339 miles
    Test number
    491645352845
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' wind screen has chiping (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

  12. Pass91,914 miles (+1,718)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,914 miles
    Test number
    628436060292
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre side wall cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre side wall cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre side wall cracking

  13. Pass90,196 miles (+1,501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    90,196 miles
    Test number
    335822535121
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass88,695 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    88,695 miles
    Test number
    785574154127
    • 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)

  15. Fail88,674 miles (+2,516)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,674 miles
    Test number
    896738413339
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • 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)

  16. Pass86,158 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    86,158 miles
    Test number
    435023232462
    • NoteRear body corroded

  17. Fail86,158 miles (+384)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,158 miles
    Test number
    577622632381
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteRear body corroded

  18. Pass85,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    85,774 miles
    Test number
    727669312081
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  19. FailMileage not read2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    735967312052
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  20. Fail79,916 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,916 miles
    Test number
    287829821465
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass79,916 miles (+1,458)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    79,916 miles
    Test number
    695719521188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail78,458 miles4 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,458 miles
    Test number
    460089110164
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • Repaired at testRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteNear side front inner wing corroded
    • NoteRear panel corroded

  23. Pass78,458 miles (+1,244)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    78,458 miles
    Test number
    523359110122
    • NoteNear side front inner wing corroded
    • NoteRear panel corroded

  24. Pass77,214 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    77,214 miles
    Test number
    980435839126
    • NoteFront bumper impact beam heavily corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play noted in rear wheel bearings

  25. Fail77,214 miles (+2,278)1 dangerous6 failures2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,214 miles
    Test number
    781393739170
    • DangerousFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront brake discs out of shape
    • NoteFront bumper impact beam heavily corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play noted in rear wheel bearings

  26. Pass74,936 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    74,936 miles
    Test number
    293653528142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail74,932 miles (+876)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,932 miles
    Test number
    620829018181
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  28. Pass74,056 miles (+601)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    74,056 miles
    Test number
    644374177122
    • NoteSlight cracks in nsf tyre

  29. Pass73,455 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    73,455 miles
    Test number
    343377186109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade starting to split slightly at end

  30. Fail73,450 miles10 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,450 miles
    Test number
    810089576198
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade starting to split slightly
    • NoteSlight play in offside front hub

Questions about K79 XNK

Does K79 XNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K79 XNK is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K79 XNK?
The MOT on K79 XNK is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K79 XNK done?
K79 XNK was recorded at 95,944 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 1,130 miles a year.
Has K79 XNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K79 XNK has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K79 XNK 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 K79 XNK find?
K79 XNK passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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