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Talbot Express 1300 P

White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,971 cc

L16 CWTMOT history

L16 CWT is a white petrol Talbot Express 1300 P first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 78,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,445 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 CWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express 1300 P
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 CWT was last recorded at 78,445 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,112 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
333 miles
Average per year
1,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,445 miles
  • 2025 – 78,112 miles
  • 2024 – 77,165 miles
  • 2023 – 75,771 miles
  • 2022 – 74,744 miles
  • 2021 – 73,014 miles
  • 2020 – 67,739 miles
  • 2019 – 67,020 miles
  • 2018 – 63,200 miles
  • 2017 – 59,673 miles
  • 2016 – 57,410 miles
  • 2015 – 55,769 miles
  • 2014 – 54,190 miles
  • 2013 – 52,646 miles
  • 2012 – 51,027 miles
  • 2011 – 49,384 miles
  • 2010 – 47,857 miles
  • 2009 – 46,939 miles
  • 2008 – 46,513 miles
  • 2007 – 45,464 miles
  • 2006 – 43,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,445 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside front outer sills corroded

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 Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,445 miles (+333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,445 miles
    Test number
    432347770414
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front outer sills corroded

  2. Pass78,112 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    78,112 miles
    Test number
    689989933686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,100 miles (+935)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,100 miles
    Test number
    300621488884
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass77,165 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    77,165 miles
    Test number
    775283319809
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail77,162 miles (+1,391)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,162 miles
    Test number
    225441514662
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass75,771 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,771 miles
    Test number
    525209712531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail75,748 miles (+1,004)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,748 miles
    Test number
    590439724959
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass74,744 miles (+1,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    74,744 miles
    Test number
    694277831898
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass73,014 miles (+5,275)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,014 miles
    Test number
    615660728269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,739 miles (+719)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    67,739 miles
    Test number
    324281352468
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass67,020 miles (+3,820)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    67,020 miles
    Test number
    131614011033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,200 miles (+3,527)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    63,200 miles
    Test number
    107313504787
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  13. Pass59,673 miles (+2,263)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,673 miles
    Test number
    653680748258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,410 miles (+1,641)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    57,410 miles
    Test number
    940881767004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,769 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    55,769 miles
    Test number
    811384607798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,190 miles (+1,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,190 miles
    Test number
    327523114277
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass52,646 miles (+1,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,646 miles
    Test number
    247367703218
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass51,027 miles (+1,643)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,027 miles
    Test number
    239568882432
    • NoteSlight weep from sump/plug

  19. Pass49,384 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,384 miles
    Test number
    945537901296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,379 miles (+1,522)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,379 miles
    Test number
    826289991174
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass47,857 miles (+918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    47,857 miles
    Test number
    881433690110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  22. Pass46,939 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,939 miles
    Test number
    391891109410
    • NoteAdvise n/s front seat rail

  23. Fail46,927 miles (+414)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,927 miles
    Test number
    504976899108
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise n/s front seat rail

  24. Fail46,513 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,513 miles
    Test number
    224912198444
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteO/s/f inner sill surface rust.

  25. Pass46,513 miles (+1,049)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,513 miles
    Test number
    312672498172
    • NoteO/s/f inner sill surface rust.

  26. Pass45,464 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,464 miles
    Test number
    201780497424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail45,464 miles (+1,477)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,464 miles
    Test number
    542910397181
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass43,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,987 miles
    Test number
    410663296108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 CWT

Does L16 CWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 CWT is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 CWT?
The MOT on L16 CWT is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 CWT done?
L16 CWT was recorded at 78,445 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 1,716 miles a year.
Has L16 CWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 CWT has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 CWT 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 L16 CWT find?
L16 CWT passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside and offside front outer sills corroded.

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