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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,971 cc

L108 OAVMOT history

L108 OAV is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 24 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 52,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
52,323 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L108 OAV
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
24 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L108 OAV was last recorded at 52,323 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,294 miles · 16 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,323 miles
  • 2024 – 52,200 miles
  • 2023 – 52,000 miles
  • 2022 – 51,707 miles
  • 2021 – 51,372 miles
  • 2019 – 50,767 miles
  • 2018 – 50,409 miles
  • 2017 – 49,877 miles
  • 2016 – 48,650 miles
  • 2015 – 48,644 miles
  • 2014 – 45,534 miles
  • 2013 – 43,815 miles
  • 2012 – 40,631 miles
  • 2011 – 39,332 miles
  • 2010 – 39,207 miles
  • 2009 – 37,880 miles
  • 2008 – 36,026 miles
  • 2007 – 35,395 miles
  • 2006 – 34,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,323 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass52,323 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    52,323 miles
    Test number
    671466310130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail52,294 miles (+94)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,294 miles
    Test number
    305875730107
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass52,200 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    52,200 miles
    Test number
    975438201854
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail52,200 miles (+200)4 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,200 miles
    Test number
    859407644832
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass52,000 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    52,000 miles
    Test number
    792033033433
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail51,964 miles (+257)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,964 miles
    Test number
    105767495725
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested offside and nearside (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMain beam tell tale staying on

  7. Pass51,707 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    51,707 miles
    Test number
    819500371107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,372 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    51,372 miles
    Test number
    291410428245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail51,329 miles (+562)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,329 miles
    Test number
    682986537857
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass50,767 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,767 miles
    Test number
    388017869835
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel has slight bind when spun
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake flexy hose not secured in mounting clip
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing on sidewall
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer mounting rubbers are perished
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable return helper spring is broken

  11. Fail50,755 miles (+346)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,755 miles
    Test number
    681846194171
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve inoperative and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel has slight bind when spun
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake flexy hose not secured in mounting clip
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing on sidewall
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer mounting rubbers are perished
    • AdvisoryHandbrake cable return helper spring is broken

  12. Pass50,409 miles (+532)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    50,409 miles
    Test number
    914925989842
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre side wall perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass49,877 miles (+1,227)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,877 miles
    Test number
    276622216215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre side wall perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre side wall damaged
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers

  14. Pass48,650 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    48,650 miles
    Test number
    861547966466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Fail48,649 miles (+5)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,649 miles
    Test number
    178339653821
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Fail48,644 miles (+3,110)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,644 miles
    Test number
    737656364885
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules suspect corrosion but cover over the ferrol (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass45,534 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    45,534 miles
    Test number
    725992034377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail45,531 miles (+1,716)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,531 miles
    Test number
    576492324314
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass43,815 miles (+1,629)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    43,815 miles
    Test number
    476926423340
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteRubber o ring missing off exhaust

  20. Pass42,186 miles (+2)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,186 miles
    Test number
    468711323133
    • NoteBoth front outer driveshaft gaitors perishing
    • NoteExhaust hanging rubbers perished
    • NoteGearbox rear stabiliser mount worn
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing inner side wall

  21. Fail42,184 miles (+1,553)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,184 miles
    Test number
    116994413198
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteBoth front outer driveshaft gaitors perishing
    • NoteExhaust hanging rubbers perished
    • NoteGearbox rear stabiliser mount worn
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing inner side wall

  22. Pass40,631 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,631 miles
    Test number
    905032602184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Fail40,629 miles (+1,297)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,629 miles
    Test number
    618834892052
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass39,332 miles (+125)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    39,332 miles
    Test number
    217457591049
    • NoteCv boots cracking
    • NoteFlevi brake hoses cracking
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NoteLower arm bushes splitting
    • NoteNsf tyre cracking

  25. Pass39,207 miles (+1,327)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,207 miles
    Test number
    803759220222
    • NoteFront cv boots cracking

  26. Pass37,880 miles (+1,854)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    37,880 miles
    Test number
    150098699131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre close to spring

  27. Pass36,026 miles (+631)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    36,026 miles
    Test number
    132461928248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,395 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,395 miles
    Test number
    480728397107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail35,373 miles (+1,139)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,373 miles
    Test number
    532557597138
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  30. Pass34,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,234 miles
    Test number
    284472306233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L108 OAV

Does L108 OAV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L108 OAV is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L108 OAV?
The MOT on L108 OAV is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L108 OAV done?
L108 OAV was recorded at 52,323 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 907 miles a year.
Has L108 OAV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L108 OAV has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L108 OAV 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 L108 OAV find?
L108 OAV passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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