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Talbot Express 1500 D

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L34 HCKMOT history

L34 HCK is a white diesel Talbot Express 1500 D first used on 1 Apr 1994. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 83,151 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
83,151 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L34 HCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express 1500 D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L34 HCK was last recorded at 83,151 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,165 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
986 miles
Average per year
1,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,151 miles
  • 2025 – 82,165 miles
  • 2023 – 81,204 miles
  • 2022 – 72,010 miles
  • 2021 – 71,927 miles
  • 2015 – 71,436 miles
  • 2014 – 70,400 miles
  • 2013 – 69,829 miles
  • 2012 – 67,501 miles
  • 2011 – 61,334 miles
  • 2010 – 58,661 miles
  • 2009 – 56,371 miles
  • 2008 – 52,620 miles
  • 2007 – 50,396 miles
  • 2006 – 46,653 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,151 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nearside & Offside. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion across chassis, suspension, braking and under-body components.
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside & Offside. (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floors, chassis rails, under sills, outer sills and inner flitches

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Wheel bearing has slight play both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,151 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    83,151 miles
    Test number
    742046430196
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nearside & Offside. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion across chassis, suspension, braking and under-body components.
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside & Offside. (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail83,151 miles (+986)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,151 miles
    Test number
    541148183346
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nearside & Offside. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion across chassis, suspension, braking and under-body components.
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside & Offside. (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass82,165 miles (+961)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    82,165 miles
    Test number
    109987528825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,204 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    81,204 miles
    Test number
    897332159353
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floors, chassis rails, under sills, outer sills and inner flitches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail81,199 miles (+9,189)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,199 miles
    Test number
    997200149854
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail outrigger ( inside jacking point ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner flitch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both floors, chassis rails, under sills, outer sills and inner flitches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,010 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    72,010 miles
    Test number
    205384582524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,927 miles (+491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    71,927 miles
    Test number
    757357125022
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass71,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    71,436 miles
    Test number
    482938244134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,436 miles (+1,036)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,436 miles
    Test number
    669132429949
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Fail70,400 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,400 miles
    Test number
    457883044423
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass70,400 miles (+571)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,400 miles
    Test number
    487513144388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,829 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,829 miles
    Test number
    306438833369
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass69,829 miles (+2,328)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,829 miles
    Test number
    428538033491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,501 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,501 miles
    Test number
    429349032307
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass67,501 miles (+6,167)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    67,501 miles
    Test number
    697989632322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    61,334 miles
    Test number
    119583511301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail61,334 miles (+1)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,334 miles
    Test number
    445723211470
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Fail61,333 miles (+2,672)2 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,333 miles
    Test number
    369619371267
    • DangerousOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s inner/lower wing at front outside P/AREA,BUT ADVISED TO REPAIR.

  19. Pass58,661 miles (+2,290)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,661 miles
    Test number
    133858130266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,371 miles (+3,751)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,371 miles
    Test number
    400458049288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,620 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,620 miles
    Test number
    372000928438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,396 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,396 miles
    Test number
    380713287115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,395 miles (+3,742)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,395 miles
    Test number
    400908077191
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass46,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,653 miles
    Test number
    751761656187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,653 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,653 miles
    Test number
    350346646131
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about L34 HCK

Does L34 HCK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L34 HCK is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L34 HCK?
The MOT on L34 HCK is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L34 HCK done?
L34 HCK was recorded at 83,151 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 1,843 miles a year.
Has L34 HCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L34 HCK has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L34 HCK 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 L34 HCK find?
L34 HCK passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside & offside.; general corrosion across chassis, suspension, braking and under-body components.; rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair, and 1 more.

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