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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,971 cc

K98 XCPMOT history

K98 XCP is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 15 May 1993. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 78,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,974 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K98 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
15 May 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K98 XCP was last recorded at 78,974 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 700 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,274 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
700 miles
Average per year
2,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,974 miles
  • 2025 – 78,274 miles
  • 2024 – 77,887 miles
  • 2023 – 77,531 miles
  • 2022 – 75,758 miles
  • 2021 – 74,058 miles
  • 2019 – 74,018 miles
  • 2018 – 71,537 miles
  • 2017 – 69,401 miles
  • 2016 – 66,905 miles
  • 2015 – 61,420 miles
  • 2014 – 57,556 miles
  • 2013 – 53,452 miles
  • 2012 – 50,466 miles
  • 2011 – 47,478 miles
  • 2010 – 45,400 miles
  • 2009 – 43,488 miles
  • 2008 – 40,861 miles
  • 2007 – 38,663 miles
  • 2006 – 37,094 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,974 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,974 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,974 miles
    Test number
    955863631491
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail78,974 miles (+700)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,974 miles
    Test number
    116552862134
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,274 miles (+387)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    78,274 miles
    Test number
    650166234504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,887 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,887 miles
    Test number
    410616818281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,885 miles (+354)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,885 miles
    Test number
    156944348060
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass77,531 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    77,531 miles
    Test number
    906081836070
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail77,531 miles (+43)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,531 miles
    Test number
    675756543659
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail77,488 miles (+1,730)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,488 miles
    Test number
    957232813255
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Battery leaking (4.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,758 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,758 miles
    Test number
    835619613394
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear gas pipes corroded

  10. Fail75,758 miles (+1,700)1 dangerous8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,758 miles
    Test number
    569919130586
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure backrest bolts loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear gas pipes corroded

  11. Pass74,058 miles (+40)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,058 miles
    Test number
    621591479729
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arches both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy under seal to under body

  12. Pass74,018 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,018 miles
    Test number
    320430507233
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front crash bar corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail74,016 miles (+2,479)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,016 miles
    Test number
    634480454383
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front crash bar corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass71,537 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,537 miles
    Test number
    185097654898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail71,535 miles (+2,134)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,535 miles
    Test number
    109334498612
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass69,401 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,401 miles
    Test number
    154147278287
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm and cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced condensation (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail69,400 miles (+2,495)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,400 miles
    Test number
    461155125022
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded shocker mounting inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm and cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced condensation (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass66,905 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,905 miles
    Test number
    983131477201
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel bearing noisy

  19. Fail66,867 miles (+5,447)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,867 miles
    Test number
    642587191386
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r wheel bearing noisy

  20. Pass61,420 miles (+3,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,420 miles
    Test number
    228113935480
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass57,556 miles (+4,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,556 miles
    Test number
    926872544160
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass53,452 miles (+2,986)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    53,452 miles
    Test number
    496215643152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,466 miles (+2,988)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,466 miles
    Test number
    796026242112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass47,478 miles (+2,078)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,478 miles
    Test number
    269586621102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,400 miles (+124)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,400 miles
    Test number
    621171930149
    • NoteNearside inner sill under car showing sign'sof corrosion
    • NoteOffside inner wing at lower edge showing sign's of corrosion

  26. Fail45,276 miles (+1,788)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,276 miles
    Test number
    201190010400
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteNearside inner sill under car showing signs of corrosion
    • NoteOffside inner wing at lower edge showing sing's of corrosion

  27. Pass43,488 miles (+2,627)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    43,488 miles
    Test number
    781113839182
    • NoteSurface corrision on chassis
    • NoteSurface corrision on nearsde inner sill
    • NoteSurface corrision on offside wheel arch
    • NoteVery slight play in both front wheel bearing

  28. Pass40,861 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,861 miles
    Test number
    680613548164
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Fail40,861 miles (+2,198)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,861 miles
    Test number
    801813448159
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass38,663 miles (+1,569)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,663 miles
    Test number
    233795847468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass37,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    37,094 miles
    Test number
    530727336112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K98 XCP

Does K98 XCP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K98 XCP is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K98 XCP?
The MOT on K98 XCP is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K98 XCP done?
K98 XCP was recorded at 78,974 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 2,101 miles a year.
Has K98 XCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K98 XCP has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K98 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 K98 XCP find?
K98 XCP passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects: hazard warning switch insecure; offside front side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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