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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,500 cc

K81 JYCMOT history

K81 JYC is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 2 Apr 1993. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 64,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
64,115 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
722 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K81 JYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
2 Apr 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K81 JYC was last recorded at 64,115 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,107 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
722 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,115 miles
  • 2022 – 63,715 miles
  • 2021 – 62,311 miles
  • 2020 – 61,756 miles
  • 2019 – 61,218 miles
  • 2018 – 60,293 miles
  • 2016 – 59,516 miles
  • 2015 – 59,470 miles
  • 2014 – 59,254 miles
  • 2013 – 59,130 miles
  • 2011 – 58,671 miles
  • 2010 – 57,226 miles
  • 2009 – 55,900 miles
  • 2008 – 52,060 miles
  • 2006 – 49,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,115 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,115 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    64,115 miles
    Test number
    556236490910
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail64,107 miles (+392)3 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,107 miles
    Test number
    130636818619
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass63,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    63,715 miles
    Test number
    538074295010
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail63,715 miles (+1,404)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,715 miles
    Test number
    233776042482
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass62,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    62,311 miles
    Test number
    849710337220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail62,311 miles (+555)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,311 miles
    Test number
    228746535859
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass61,756 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    61,756 miles
    Test number
    122597489397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail61,755 miles (+537)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,755 miles
    Test number
    609498216412
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass61,218 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    61,218 miles
    Test number
    254874537041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail61,216 miles (+923)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,216 miles
    Test number
    161011380782
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake cable damaged hand brake cable snapped (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass60,293 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,293 miles
    Test number
    513180222561
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
  12. Fail60,293 miles (+777)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,293 miles
    Test number
    404603056248
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill corroded
  13. Pass59,516 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    59,516 miles
    Test number
    412501028065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,470 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,470 miles
    Test number
    451748693119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,254 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,254 miles
    Test number
    965145224376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,130 miles (+459)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    59,130 miles
    Test number
    795538803374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,671 miles (+1,445)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    58,671 miles
    Test number
    315029101332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,226 miles (+298)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    57,226 miles
    Test number
    762618570228
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • NoteFront wiperblades showing signs of wear
  19. Pass56,928 miles6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    56,928 miles
    Test number
    224423950067
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wheel boxes+chassis showing corrosion
    • NoteBoth inner+outer sills showing corrosion
    • NoteExhaust rubbers+exhaust tail pipe deteriorated
    • NoteN/s rear+o/s front tyres have uneven treadwear
  20. Fail56,928 miles (+1,028)5 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,928 miles
    Test number
    512089440087
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front wheel boxes+chassis showing corrosion
    • NoteBoth inner+outer sills showing corrosion
    • NoteExhaust rubbers+exhaust tail pipe deteriorated
    • NoteN/s rear+o/s front tyres have uneven treadwear
  21. Pass55,900 miles (+3,840)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    55,900 miles
    Test number
    250347439021
    • NoteCorrosion appearing around the rear spring shackles
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing uneven
    • NoteTrack control arm inner bushes cracked and perishing n/s and o/s front
  22. Pass52,060 miles (+2,084)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,060 miles
    Test number
    980720638072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,976 miles
    Test number
    183053326115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K81 JYC

Does K81 JYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K81 JYC is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on K81 JYC?
The MOT on K81 JYC is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K81 JYC done?
K81 JYC was recorded at 64,115 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 722 miles a year.
Has K81 JYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K81 JYC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K81 JYC 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 K81 JYC find?
K81 JYC passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front coil spring corroded; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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