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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,971 cc

L104 ORCMOT history

L104 ORC is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 14 May 1994. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 85,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
85,153 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L104 ORC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
14 May 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L104 ORC was last recorded at 85,153 miles on 7 May 2026, 536 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,617 miles · 11 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
536 miles
Average per year
2,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,153 miles
  • 2024 – 84,617 miles
  • 2023 – 84,077 miles
  • 2022 – 82,579 miles
  • 2020 – 81,296 miles
  • 2019 – 79,109 miles
  • 2018 – 75,692 miles
  • 2017 – 75,194 miles
  • 2016 – 74,552 miles
  • 2015 – 74,143 miles
  • 2014 – 70,071 miles
  • 2013 – 64,060 miles
  • 2011 – 57,978 miles
  • 2010 – 51,292 miles
  • 2009 – 47,059 miles
  • 2008 – 43,952 miles
  • 2007 – 43,319 miles
  • 2006 – 41,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,153 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light corrosion to underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (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.

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated light cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,153 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    85,153 miles
    Test number
    104845621887
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light corrosion to underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail85,153 miles (+536)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,153 miles
    Test number
    351464846092
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light corrosion to underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass84,617 miles (+540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    84,617 miles
    Test number
    769055620671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass84,077 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    84,077 miles
    Test number
    907746576524
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s and o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s inner sills have been repaired and under sealed

  5. Fail84,067 miles (+1,488)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,067 miles
    Test number
    394913691953
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s and o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s inner sills have been repaired and under sealed

  6. Pass82,579 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    82,579 miles
    Test number
    185505447612
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded n/s and o/s front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail82,541 miles (+1,245)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,541 miles
    Test number
    543191831827
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass81,296 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    81,296 miles
    Test number
    493122572474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail81,272 miles (+31)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,272 miles
    Test number
    106830139557
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated light cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail81,241 miles (+2,132)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,241 miles
    Test number
    648643545380
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated light cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer 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 wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass79,109 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,109 miles
    Test number
    829335594543
    • AdvisoryOffside rear handbrake cable outer support cover collapsed and corroded.
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front wheel bearing

  12. Fail79,105 miles (+3,413)5 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,105 miles
    Test number
    888482651224
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer cv boot in poor condition and has a slight leak of grease.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear handbrake cable outer support cover collapsed and corroded.
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front wheel bearing

  13. Pass75,692 miles (+498)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    75,692 miles
    Test number
    449890108124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,194 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    75,194 miles
    Test number
    955709790616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,184 miles (+632)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,184 miles
    Test number
    757164883227
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner & outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner & outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished.

  16. Pass74,552 miles (+409)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,552 miles
    Test number
    141812482067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,143 miles (+4,072)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,143 miles
    Test number
    745646105095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    70,071 miles
    Test number
    117644624065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail70,070 miles (+6,010)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,070 miles
    Test number
    509744624001
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass64,060 miles (+6,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    64,060 miles
    Test number
    556890483091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass57,978 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,978 miles
    Test number
    256494431303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Fail57,978 miles (+6,686)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,978 miles
    Test number
    507453531359
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass51,292 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,292 miles
    Test number
    610492600253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust rubber mounts perishing
    • NoteSlight play in o/s of steering rack

  24. Fail51,292 miles (+4,233)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,292 miles
    Test number
    912592800231
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCentre exhaust rubber mounts perishing
    • NoteSlight play in o/s of steering rack

  25. Pass47,059 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,059 miles
    Test number
    223092089144
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Fail47,059 miles (+3,107)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,059 miles
    Test number
    754241689181
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum pipe slightly chafed (3.6.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass43,952 miles (+633)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    43,952 miles
    Test number
    613356908250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,319 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    43,319 miles
    Test number
    551070607205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass41,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    41,739 miles
    Test number
    950332906258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L104 ORC

Does L104 ORC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L104 ORC is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L104 ORC?
The MOT on L104 ORC is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L104 ORC done?
L104 ORC was recorded at 85,153 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 2,193 miles a year.
Has L104 ORC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L104 ORC has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L104 ORC 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 L104 ORC find?
L104 ORC passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced light corrosion to underside of vehicle; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 4 more.

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