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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1994 · 1,905 cc

L36 FNCMOT history

L36 FNC is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 11 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 48,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
48,881 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L36 FNC
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
11 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L36 FNC was last recorded at 48,881 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,881 miles · 9 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,881 miles
  • 2025 – 48,851 miles
  • 2024 – 48,505 miles
  • 2023 – 48,384 miles
  • 2022 – 47,136 miles
  • 2021 – 46,858 miles
  • 2020 – 46,285 miles
  • 2019 – 44,174 miles
  • 2018 – 41,496 miles
  • 2017 – 40,630 miles
  • 2016 – 40,011 miles
  • 2015 – 39,003 miles
  • 2014 – 38,403 miles
  • 2013 – 38,050 miles
  • 2012 – 37,707 miles
  • 2011 – 36,881 miles
  • 2010 – 35,695 miles
  • 2008 – 34,777 miles
  • 2006 – 32,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,881 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre 17 years oldRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LSV to flexi (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 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 Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside inner sill corroded but not affecting the structure of the vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside inner sill corroded but not affecting the structure of the vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass48,881 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    48,881 miles
    Test number
    404965086374
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre 17 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LSV to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail48,881 miles (+30)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,881 miles
    Test number
    358588671902
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel system component leaking Injector area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre 17 years old
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LSV to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass48,851 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    48,851 miles
    Test number
    972456385847
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen scuttle panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LSV to Flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail48,851 miles (+346)1 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,851 miles
    Test number
    708125433012
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Windscreen scuttle panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LSV to Flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass48,505 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    48,505 miles
    Test number
    289995135515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail48,502 miles (+118)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,502 miles
    Test number
    777175142568
    • MajorCentral Front All direction indicators not working indicator lights not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Brake pressure/vacuum build up too slow vacuum pump not working (1.1.3 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass48,384 miles (+1,248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    48,384 miles
    Test number
    869099434428
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass47,136 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    47,136 miles
    Test number
    946716388679
    • MinorOuter Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  9. Fail47,135 miles (+277)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,135 miles
    Test number
    257134239947
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOuter Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  10. Pass46,858 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    46,858 miles
    Test number
    564071345548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded but not affecting the structure of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded but not affecting the structure of the vehicle
  11. Fail46,858 miles (+22)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,858 miles
    Test number
    834660865976
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded but not affecting the structure of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded but not affecting the structure of the vehicle
  12. Fail46,836 miles (+551)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,836 miles
    Test number
    341455259169
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185r14C (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer CV boots cracking.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner sill corroded but not affecting the structure of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill corroded but not affecting the structure of the vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass46,285 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    46,285 miles
    Test number
    618973207759
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Header tank is empty. Signs of coolant front timing cover of engine. Water pump suspect.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill corroded and has a hole present. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake performance weak and without full lock up on RBT.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill corroded and has a hole present. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  14. Fail46,285 miles (+2,111)2 dangerous3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,285 miles
    Test number
    275451919692
    • DangerousCentral Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail Lower ferrule heavily corroded. (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tread area fully open, cracking / perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty Switch operation poor performance. (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Header tank is empty. Signs of coolant front timing cover of engine. Water pump suspect.
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp lenses have the remains of Euro deflector stickers fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill corroded and has a hole present. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake performance weak and without full lock up on RBT.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill corroded and has a hole present. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight restricted brake movement.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass44,174 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    44,174 miles
    Test number
    778542832464
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Header tank empty. Signs of a fluid leak from cam-belt cover / water-pump area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Intermittent operation. (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Two metal pipes to flexi pipe T-Piece on rear axle held in place with a cable tie. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  16. Fail44,174 miles (+2,678)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,174 miles
    Test number
    922768448202
    • MajorExhaust system insecure X4 Zero rubber rings perished and splitting. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Header tank empty. Signs of a fluid leak from cam-belt cover / water-pump area.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Remains of sticker. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Remains of sticker. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Intermittent operation. (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported Two metal pipes to flexi pipe T-Piece on rear axle held in place with a cable tie. (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  17. Pass41,496 miles (+866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    41,496 miles
    Test number
    747388331543
    • AdvisoryFront suspension rusty
  18. Pass40,630 miles (+619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    40,630 miles
    Test number
    516154535058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass40,011 miles (+1,008)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,011 miles
    Test number
    729097655334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,003 miles (+600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    39,003 miles
    Test number
    396222525028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass38,403 miles (+353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    38,403 miles
    Test number
    649954024005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass38,050 miles (+343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    38,050 miles
    Test number
    185101923064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  23. Pass37,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    37,707 miles
    Test number
    166900722441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,707 miles (+826)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,707 miles
    Test number
    697370122003
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  25. Pass36,881 miles (+1,186)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,881 miles
    Test number
    378930921073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  26. Pass35,695 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    35,695 miles
    Test number
    401745620016
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  27. Fail35,695 miles (+918)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,695 miles
    Test number
    432545920039
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  28. Pass34,777 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    34,777 miles
    Test number
    423132958315
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  29. Fail34,777 miles (+1,028)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,777 miles
    Test number
    601751458368
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  30. Pass33,749 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,749 miles
    Test number
    662018408083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail33,745 miles (+1,697)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,745 miles
    Test number
    713907508008
    • FailureFront Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  32. Pass32,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,048 miles
    Test number
    103324986169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail32,048 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,048 miles
    Test number
    152674686113
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about L36 FNC

Does L36 FNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L36 FNC is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L36 FNC?
The MOT on L36 FNC is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L36 FNC done?
L36 FNC was recorded at 48,881 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 844 miles a year.
Has L36 FNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L36 FNC has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L36 FNC 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 L36 FNC find?
L36 FNC passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 4 more.

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