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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1992 · 1,971 cc

K97 KCAMOT history

K97 KCA is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 1 Aug 1992. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 137,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2024
Mileage
137,750 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2024
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K97 KCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
1 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

K97 KCA was last recorded at 137,750 miles on 5 Jun 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,750 miles · 23 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,750 miles
  • 2023 – 137,750 miles
  • 2022 – 137,750 miles
  • 2021 – 136,578 miles
  • 2020 – 135,533 miles
  • 2019 – 134,617 miles
  • 2018 – 132,343 miles
  • 2017 – 130,179 miles
  • 2016 – 127,814 miles
  • 2015 – 124,192 miles
  • 2014 – 121,070 miles
  • 2013 – 119,171 miles
  • 2012 – 114,238 miles
  • 2011 – 113,330 miles
  • 2010 – 110,742 miles
  • 2009 – 99,886 miles
  • 2008 – 79,911 miles
  • 2007 – 79,181 miles
  • 2006 – 77,058 miles
  • 2005 – 76,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,750 miles
  • DangerousCentral Front Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board blowing on manifold (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side 70 % imbalance (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting off side lower sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorCentral Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly return spring broken (1.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defective cord showing

What MOT failures 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 (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2011

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear corner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail137,750 miles1 dangerous8 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,750 miles
    Test number
    497342608179
    • DangerousCentral Front Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board blowing on manifold (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side 70 % imbalance (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting off side lower sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Brake lever not releasing correctly return spring broken (1.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective cord showing
  2. Pass137,750 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    137,750 miles
    Test number
    831591119662
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass137,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    137,750 miles
    Test number
    142830799759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail137,750 miles (+1,172)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,750 miles
    Test number
    461687081038
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced DOOR STEP (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced WHEEL ARCH (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  5. Pass136,578 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    136,578 miles
    Test number
    963107536002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail136,577 miles (+1,044)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,577 miles
    Test number
    465967950881
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass135,533 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    135,533 miles
    Test number
    470335450852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail135,533 miles (+916)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,533 miles
    Test number
    189213311601
    • MajorEmissions not tested Not tested due to overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass134,617 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    134,617 miles
    Test number
    509127869878
    • AdvisoryFront radiator leaking water
  10. Fail134,616 miles (+2,273)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,616 miles
    Test number
    874393820448
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated to the axle (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated bottom of caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated bottom of caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported fixings broken off (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront radiator leaking water
  11. Pass132,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,343 miles
    Test number
    274543383124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail132,343 miles (+2,164)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,343 miles
    Test number
    136244609557
    • FailureNearside 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)
  13. Pass130,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    130,179 miles
    Test number
    685781667116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail130,179 miles (+2,365)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,179 miles
    Test number
    403351155915
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings door step (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  15. Pass127,814 miles (+3,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    127,814 miles
    Test number
    633269968448
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sil (2.4.A.3)
  16. Pass124,192 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    124,192 miles
    Test number
    157169565425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail124,181 miles (+3,111)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,181 miles
    Test number
    307088165068
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  18. Pass121,070 miles (+1,899)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    121,070 miles
    Test number
    947249764040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass119,171 miles (+4,933)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    119,171 miles
    Test number
    147087473407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass114,238 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    114,238 miles
    Test number
    919162282028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass113,330 miles (+7)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    113,330 miles
    Test number
    235288771458
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteOS Front tyre wear uneven
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTow bar wireing damaged
  22. Fail113,323 miles (+2,581)6 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,323 miles
    Test number
    108049661188
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteOS Front tyre wear uneven
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTow bar wireing damaged
  23. Pass110,742 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    110,742 miles
    Test number
    623871980158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail110,729 miles (+10,843)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,729 miles
    Test number
    934506960121
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  25. Pass99,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    99,886 miles
    Test number
    971241379139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail99,886 miles (+19,975)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,886 miles
    Test number
    640280779124
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteVehicle overheating
  27. Pass79,911 miles (+730)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    79,911 miles
    Test number
    581140018107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass79,181 miles (+2,123)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    79,181 miles
    Test number
    874512447273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
  29. Pass77,058 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    77,058 miles
    Test number
    991756816297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail77,057 miles (+1,046)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,057 miles
    Test number
    904028806249
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  31. Pass76,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    76,011 miles
    Test number
    380547435496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail76,011 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,011 miles
    Test number
    300946235411
    • FailureFront Lower Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about K97 KCA

Does K97 KCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K97 KCA expired on 19 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K97 KCA?
The MOT on K97 KCA expired on 19 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K97 KCA done?
K97 KCA was recorded at 137,750 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2024, an average of 3,287 miles a year.
Has K97 KCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K97 KCA has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on K97 KCA 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 K97 KCA find?
K97 KCA failed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: central front exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board blowing on manifold; exhaust system insecure; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 10 more.

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