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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L25 RNBMOT history

L25 RNB is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
114,294 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 RNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
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 expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 RNB was last recorded at 114,294 miles on 1 Aug 2025, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,255 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
1,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,294 miles
  • 2024 – 113,810 miles
  • 2023 – 112,600 miles
  • 2022 – 111,634 miles
  • 2021 – 110,580 miles
  • 2020 – 108,556 miles
  • 2017 – 108,477 miles
  • 2016 – 108,472 miles
  • 2015 – 106,085 miles
  • 2014 – 103,867 miles
  • 2013 – 99,214 miles
  • 2012 – 98,184 miles
  • 2011 – 97,320 miles
  • 2010 – 96,149 miles
  • 2009 – 92,882 miles
  • 2008 – 88,050 miles
  • 2007 – 84,978 miles
  • 2006 – 80,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,294 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Back covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,294 miles (+39)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    114,294 miles
    Test number
    351070148562
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Back covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail114,255 miles (+445)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,255 miles
    Test number
    621986823852
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Back covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass113,810 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    113,810 miles
    Test number
    343390525208
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail113,810 miles (+1,210)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,810 miles
    Test number
    758606362157
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Step Inner and Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Step Inner and Outer Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,600 miles (+74)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    112,600 miles
    Test number
    839595304518
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail112,526 miles (+892)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,526 miles
    Test number
    833239945952
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass111,634 miles (+1,054)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    111,634 miles
    Test number
    272586474892
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront underbody general corrosion

  8. Pass110,580 miles (+2,024)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    110,580 miles
    Test number
    653337746817
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated /inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass108,556 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    108,556 miles
    Test number
    884852047495
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal to rear both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail108,553 miles (+76)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,553 miles
    Test number
    560161858264
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by leaf spring rear bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal to rear both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail108,477 miles (+5)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,477 miles
    Test number
    797955181549
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported exhaust rubbers snapped on rear box (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass108,472 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    108,472 miles
    Test number
    833311354023
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryGrease on pipes

  13. Fail108,471 miles (+2,386)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,471 miles
    Test number
    155077850644
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded main f to r (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryGrease on pipes

  14. Pass106,085 miles (+4)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    106,085 miles
    Test number
    945536275123
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail106,081 miles (+2,214)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,081 miles
    Test number
    585860675132
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass103,867 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    103,867 miles
    Test number
    676668774153
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail103,867 miles (+4,653)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,867 miles
    Test number
    235557674141
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass99,214 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    99,214 miles
    Test number
    699698173158
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnable to chegk front brake pipes fully due to protective covering

  19. Fail99,213 miles (+1,029)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,213 miles
    Test number
    367520473164
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureEngine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnable to chegk front brake pipes fully due to protective covering

  20. Pass98,184 miles (+864)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    98,184 miles
    Test number
    279440832467
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • NoteBrake pipes underseald and greased
    • NoteFront brake discs scored
    • NoteOffside rear brake slight bind
    • NoteVehicle in corrosive condition underneath in parts //

  21. Pass97,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    97,320 miles
    Test number
    217320791095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail97,320 miles (+1,171)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,320 miles
    Test number
    678674281052
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass96,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    96,149 miles
    Test number
    940153380047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail96,149 miles (+3,267)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,149 miles
    Test number
    270349470006
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass92,882 miles (+4,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    92,882 miles
    Test number
    513852319159
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  26. Pass88,050 miles (+3,072)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    88,050 miles
    Test number
    471823108107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  27. Pass84,978 miles (+4,069)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    84,978 miles
    Test number
    322807997054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass80,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    80,909 miles
    Test number
    830052866028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L25 RNB

Does L25 RNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L25 RNB expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L25 RNB?
The MOT on L25 RNB expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L25 RNB done?
L25 RNB was recorded at 114,294 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2025, an average of 1,720 miles a year.
Has L25 RNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 RNB has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L25 RNB 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 L25 RNB find?
L25 RNB passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2025 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 3 more.

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