
Talbot Express
White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,971 cc
L28 AFXMOT history
L28 AFX is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 4 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 53,867 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 16 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 53,867 mi
- At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 31
- 19 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 560 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L28 AFX
- 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
- 4 Aug 1993
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L28 AFX was last recorded at 53,867 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 53,810 miles · 17 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 57 miles
- Average per year
- 560 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 53,867 miles
- 2025 – 53,810 miles
- 2023 – 53,182 miles
- 2022 – 51,935 miles
- 2021 – 48,697 miles
- 2020 – 48,284 miles
- 2019 – 48,016 miles
- 2018 – 47,650 miles
- 2017 – 47,180 miles
- 2016 – 46,190 miles
- 2015 – 45,475 miles
- 2014 – 45,060 miles
- 2013 – 44,769 miles
- 2011 – 44,734 miles
- 2010 – 44,730 miles
- 2009 – 44,702 miles
- 2008 – 44,486 miles
- 2007 – 44,209 miles
- 2006 – 42,863 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on the underside of the vehicle.
- AdvisoryBoth rear light cluster loose.
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective All rubber hangers cracking. (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Passenger handle damaged, still opens from the outside.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
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.
Electrical wiring inadequately secured
Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2022
Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2009
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Full MOT history
31 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass53,867 miles (+57)1 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 53,867 miles
- Test number
- 862934600338
- MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion on the underside of the vehicle.
- AdvisoryBoth rear light cluster loose.
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective All rubber hangers cracking. (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Passenger handle damaged, still opens from the outside.
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass53,810 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 53,810 miles
- Test number
- 793408925579
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Fail53,810 miles (+628)6 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,810 miles
- Test number
- 985360706000
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to the fuel leak, incase of a fire. (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust system insecure Mounting rubbers missing or damaged. (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorFront Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass53,182 miles (+67)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 53,182 miles
- Test number
- 373434991771
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail53,115 miles (+1,180)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,115 miles
- Test number
- 285795956963
- MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Pass51,935 miles (+30)3 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 51,935 miles
- Test number
- 931816904559
- MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arches but out of areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail51,905 miles (+3,208)11 major3 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 51,905 miles
- Test number
- 528465201805
- MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorEmissions not tested over heating (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced end of sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength end of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- 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))
- MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired body (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arches but out of areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass48,697 miles3 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 48,697 miles
- Test number
- 512478143841
- MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion under vehicle
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySlight corrosion to N/S/F inner arch not within prescribed area
- AdvisoryWater ingress to O/S headlight
Fail48,697 miles (+413)2 dangerous7 major3 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,697 miles
- Test number
- 814722568474
- DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorBrake performance not tested Due to O/S/F brake pipe bursting (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- 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))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion under vehicle
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySlight corrosion to N/S/F inner arch not within prescribed area
- AdvisoryWater ingress to O/S headlight
Pass48,284 miles (+268)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 48,284 miles
- Test number
- 244751767867
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass48,016 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 48,016 miles
- Test number
- 543428819570
- MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail48,016 miles (+366)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 48,016 miles
- Test number
- 664203340176
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass47,650 miles (+470)2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 47,650 miles
- Test number
- 247705314656
- MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Pass47,180 miles (+990)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 May 2018
- Odometer
- 47,180 miles
- Test number
- 946240817450
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Pass46,190 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 May 2017
- Odometer
- 46,190 miles
- Test number
- 466928927601
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Fail46,190 miles (+715)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 46,190 miles
- Test number
- 765018394591
- FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Pass45,475 miles (+415)4 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 30 May 2016
- Odometer
- 45,475 miles
- Test number
- 257568745139
- AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- NoteAll 4 tyres slightly perished
- NoteExhaust rubbers perished
Pass45,060 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 May 2015
- Odometer
- 45,060 miles
- Test number
- 238046624412
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail45,060 miles (+291)2 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 45,060 miles
- Test number
- 568441624101
- FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass44,769 miles (+35)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 May 2014
- Odometer
- 44,769 miles
- Test number
- 109711953165
- NoteVarious metal brake pipes starting to corrode
Pass44,734 miles
- MOT expiry
- 31 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 44,734 miles
- Test number
- 967853811219
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail44,734 miles (+4)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,734 miles
- Test number
- 708520711263
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass44,730 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 44,730 miles
- Test number
- 974164500293
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail44,730 miles (+28)2 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,730 miles
- Test number
- 594644770114
- FailureNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- NoteBoth side rear wings corroded
- NoteOffside front wing corroded
Pass44,702 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2010
- Odometer
- 44,702 miles
- Test number
- 130359329117
- NoteOffside front wheel arch corroded
Fail44,702 miles (+216)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,702 miles
- Test number
- 582899729117
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- NoteOffside front wheel arch corroded
Pass44,486 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2009
- Odometer
- 44,486 miles
- Test number
- 234634828442
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail44,485 miles (+276)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 44,485 miles
- Test number
- 113811628164
- FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Pass44,209 miles (+1,346)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2008
- Odometer
- 44,209 miles
- Test number
- 253916637413
- NoteNearside front inner wing corroded
- NoteOffside front wheel arch corroded
Pass42,863 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 May 2007
- Odometer
- 42,863 miles
- Test number
- 421120546166
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail42,863 miles4 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 42,863 miles
- Test number
- 642588536142
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- NoteBolt missing from exhaust manifold
- NoteFront brake discs rusty
Questions about L28 AFX
- Does L28 AFX currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 AFX is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L28 AFX?
- The MOT on L28 AFX is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L28 AFX done?
- L28 AFX was recorded at 53,867 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 560 miles a year.
- Has L28 AFX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L28 AFX has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2025.
- Has the mileage on L28 AFX 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 L28 AFX find?
- L28 AFX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; advanced corrosion on the underside of the vehicle.; both rear light cluster loose., and 11 more.
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