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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,971 cc

K97 XCPMOT history

K97 XCP is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 1 May 1993. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2026 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 80,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2026
Mileage
80,762 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2025
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K97 XCP
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
1 May 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K97 XCP was last recorded at 80,762 miles on 2 Jun 2025, 235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,527 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
235 miles
Average per year
2,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,762 miles
  • 2024 – 76,815 miles
  • 2023 – 72,307 miles
  • 2022 – 68,546 miles
  • 2021 – 63,626 miles
  • 2020 – 58,914 miles
  • 2019 – 57,389 miles
  • 2018 – 56,895 miles
  • 2017 – 56,733 miles
  • 2016 – 55,834 miles
  • 2015 – 55,503 miles
  • 2014 – 54,223 miles
  • 2013 – 53,741 miles
  • 2012 – 52,027 miles
  • 2011 – 50,519 miles
  • 2010 – 48,774 miles
  • 2009 – 47,385 miles
  • 2008 – 44,350 miles
  • 2007 – 42,381 miles
  • 2006 – 42,114 miles
  • 2005 – 40,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,762 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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass80,762 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    80,762 miles
    Test number
    571743798504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail80,527 miles (+3,712)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,527 miles
    Test number
    622059053828
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass76,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    76,815 miles
    Test number
    104885814142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,815 miles (+4,508)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,815 miles
    Test number
    381617711128
    • MajorExhaust system insecure mounting missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass72,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    72,307 miles
    Test number
    197165441705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail72,307 miles (+3,761)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,307 miles
    Test number
    986390491593
    • MajorExhaust system insecure rubber mountings (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass68,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    68,546 miles
    Test number
    524279668386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,546 miles (+4,920)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,546 miles
    Test number
    541654480555
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass63,626 miles (+4,712)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    63,626 miles
    Test number
    857660185671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,914 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    58,914 miles
    Test number
    196099052007
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail58,914 miles (+1,525)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,914 miles
    Test number
    613671417376
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass57,389 miles (+494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    57,389 miles
    Test number
    938281229594
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner sill corroded

  13. Pass56,895 miles (+162)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    56,895 miles
    Test number
    889517195159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,733 miles (+899)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,733 miles
    Test number
    731268724015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    55,834 miles
    Test number
    540881262763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail55,834 miles (+331)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,834 miles
    Test number
    864192083597
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass55,503 miles (+1,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    55,503 miles
    Test number
    537969505247
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass54,223 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    54,223 miles
    Test number
    658509514221
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

  19. Fail54,223 miles (+482)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,223 miles
    Test number
    805422214215
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

  20. Pass53,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    53,741 miles
    Test number
    785322713222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail53,741 miles (+1,714)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,741 miles
    Test number
    186962213217
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass52,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    52,027 miles
    Test number
    907809012288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,027 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,027 miles
    Test number
    755912312210
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  24. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    528717411233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,519 miles (+1,745)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,519 miles
    Test number
    339397211426
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass48,774 miles (+1,389)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,774 miles
    Test number
    351125910263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,385 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    47,385 miles
    Test number
    561832709203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail47,381 miles (+3,031)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,381 miles
    Test number
    803131809218
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery light on dash
    • NoteFront exhaust clamp loose

  29. Pass44,350 miles (+1,969)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    44,350 miles
    Test number
    243514398421
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  30. Pass42,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,381 miles
    Test number
    760994297177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail42,381 miles (+267)1 failure2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,381 miles
    Test number
    321092997169
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll rubber exhaust mountings excessively deteriorated

  32. Fail42,114 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,114 miles
    Test number
    820764516269
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  33. Pass42,114 miles (+1,323)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    42,114 miles
    Test number
    851634216246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  34. Pass40,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    40,791 miles
    Test number
    681370205354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail40,791 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,791 miles
    Test number
    851330305312
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about K97 XCP

Does K97 XCP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K97 XCP expired on 6 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K97 XCP?
The MOT on K97 XCP expired on 6 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K97 XCP done?
K97 XCP was recorded at 80,762 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2025, an average of 2,040 miles a year.
Has K97 XCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K97 XCP has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2025.
Has the mileage on K97 XCP 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 XCP find?
K97 XCP passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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