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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1994 · 1,905 cc

L25 TMAMOT history

L25 TMA is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 1 May 1994. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 118,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2026
Mileage
118,789 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L25 TMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 May 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L25 TMA was last recorded at 118,789 miles on 7 Mar 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,785 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,789 miles
  • 2023 – 115,021 miles
  • 2022 – 111,315 miles
  • 2021 – 107,129 miles
  • 2020 – 107,000 miles
  • 2019 – 104,707 miles
  • 2018 – 101,781 miles
  • 2017 – 98,666 miles
  • 2016 – 97,466 miles
  • 2015 – 96,027 miles
  • 2014 – 93,851 miles
  • 2013 – 91,566 miles
  • 2012 – 89,809 miles
  • 2011 – 87,751 miles
  • 2010 – 85,702 miles
  • 2009 – 82,279 miles
  • 2008 – 79,526 miles
  • 2007 – 78,491 miles
  • 2006 – 77,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,789 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases first exhaust box cracked and leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,789 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,789 miles
    Test number
    328641430865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail118,785 miles (+3,764)11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,785 miles
    Test number
    377516142587
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength wing marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective broken (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,021 miles (+3,706)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,021 miles
    Test number
    422970632612
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch corroded / undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch corroded / undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear both leaf springs worn / corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brakes both slightly binding upon inspection
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded / coated in underseal

  4. Pass111,315 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    111,315 miles
    Test number
    952591008791
    • AdvisoryOffside Front windscreen support corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  5. Fail111,308 miles (+4,179)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,308 miles
    Test number
    319648572803
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass107,129 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,129 miles
    Test number
    960127135776
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust Rubber mountings Split ( central) immanent failure (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass107,000 miles (+2,293)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    107,000 miles
    Test number
    627787426546
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has slight bind
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsr wheel arch has some corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily patch welded / underside heavy waxoiling in places making inspection hard
    • AdvisoryUnderside including steering suspension braking components have some corrosion not considered excessive at time of test

  8. Pass104,707 miles (+2,926)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    104,707 miles
    Test number
    792748199240
    • MinorNearside Front Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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. Pass101,781 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    101,781 miles
    Test number
    260298759846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  10. Fail101,772 miles (+3,106)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,772 miles
    Test number
    898365291784
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass98,666 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,666 miles
    Test number
    834580498445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Fail98,666 miles (+1,200)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,666 miles
    Test number
    258221242042
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass97,466 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,466 miles
    Test number
    851644163714
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases first exhaust box cracked and leaking (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Fail97,466 miles (+33)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,466 miles
    Test number
    749672904349
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases first exhaust box cracked and leaking (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Fail97,433 miles (+1,406)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,433 miles
    Test number
    300224340028
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rubber mounting/hangers broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded corrosion in sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  16. Pass96,027 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    96,027 miles
    Test number
    826986555129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,003 miles (+2,152)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,003 miles
    Test number
    269686745106
    • DangerousNSF Tyre perished.
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteOSF Tyre perished.

  18. Pass93,851 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    93,851 miles
    Test number
    578077044150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    91,566 miles
    Test number
    509738903132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail91,566 miles (+1,757)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,566 miles
    Test number
    148256603104
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass89,809 miles (+394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    89,809 miles
    Test number
    725473522144
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

  22. Fail89,415 miles (+1,664)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,415 miles
    Test number
    557049202130
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

  23. Pass87,751 miles (+2,049)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    87,751 miles
    Test number
    695858411173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass85,702 miles (+3,423)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    85,702 miles
    Test number
    414255500156
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteRear springs weak rear of vehicle low

  25. Pass82,279 miles (+2,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    82,279 miles
    Test number
    854095719147
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  26. Pass79,526 miles (+1,035)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    79,526 miles
    Test number
    170022178073
    • NoteO/s front and rear tyres perished on outer walls

  27. Pass78,491 miles (+1,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    78,491 miles
    Test number
    510743107161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass77,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    77,061 miles
    Test number
    833429226146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L25 TMA

Does L25 TMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L25 TMA expired on 6 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L25 TMA?
The MOT on L25 TMA expired on 6 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L25 TMA done?
L25 TMA was recorded at 118,789 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2025, an average of 2,216 miles a year.
Has L25 TMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L25 TMA has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L25 TMA 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 TMA find?
L25 TMA passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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