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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

KCF 840MOT history

KCF 840 is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 37,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
37,348 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
KCF 840
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

KCF 840 was last recorded at 37,348 miles on 13 Jun 2026, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2015: 33,625 miles, lower than 336,024 miles on 7 Jul 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
37,244 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,348 miles
  • 2025 – 37,244 miles
  • 2024 – 37,001 miles
  • 2023 – 36,762 miles
  • 2022 – 36,513 miles
  • 2021 – 36,219 miles
  • 2019 – 35,982 miles
  • 2018 – 35,710 miles
  • 2017 – 35,242 miles
  • 2016 – 34,706 miles
  • 2015 – 33,625 miles
  • 2014 – 33,460 miles
  • 2013 – 33,190 miles
  • 2012 – 33,185 miles
  • 2011 – 33,180 miles
  • 2010 – 32,960 miles
  • 2009 – 32,183 miles
  • 2008 – 31,408 miles
  • 2007 – 31,387 miles
  • 2006 – 31,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,348 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leak.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both nearside and offside.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,348 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    37,348 miles
    Test number
    998061078246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass37,244 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    37,244 miles
    Test number
    608862288776
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both nearside and offside. (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Fail37,244 miles (+243)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,244 miles
    Test number
    726407426288
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both nearside and offside. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both nearside and offside. (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Pass37,001 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    37,001 miles
    Test number
    710286689092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,762 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    36,762 miles
    Test number
    771673670305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,513 miles (+294)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    36,513 miles
    Test number
    835495184009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass36,219 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    36,219 miles
    Test number
    960660374218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,982 miles (+272)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    35,982 miles
    Test number
    322132814499
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive antifreeze (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  9. Pass35,710 miles (+468)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    35,710 miles
    Test number
    182059760367
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Pass35,242 miles (+536)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    35,242 miles
    Test number
    152281919895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,706 miles (+1,081)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    34,706 miles
    Test number
    466683001828
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Pass33,625 miles (-302,399)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    33,625 miles
    Test number
    195639185157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail336,024 miles (+302,564)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    336,024 miles
    Test number
    628208385189
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  14. Pass33,460 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    33,460 miles
    Test number
    279503264121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,190 miles
    Test number
    376304963162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,190 miles (+5)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,190 miles
    Test number
    869122663195
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass33,185 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,185 miles
    Test number
    669052452111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass33,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    33,180 miles
    Test number
    938166741142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,180 miles (+220)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,180 miles
    Test number
    997966541196
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  20. Pass32,960 miles (+777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,960 miles
    Test number
    843819550177
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  21. Pass32,183 miles (+775)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,183 miles
    Test number
    781508649152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,408 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,408 miles
    Test number
    582900458115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,387 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,387 miles
    Test number
    473595067172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,330 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,330 miles
    Test number
    533192956104
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about KCF 840

What vehicle is registration KCF 840 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show KCF 840 on a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 31 Dec 1994. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does KCF 840 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on KCF 840 is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on KCF 840?
The MOT on KCF 840 is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has KCF 840 done?
KCF 840 was recorded at 37,348 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2026, an average of 300 miles a year.
Has KCF 840 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. KCF 840 has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on KCF 840 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jul 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on KCF 840 find?
KCF 840 passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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