
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
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.
- 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
- 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
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.
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))
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))
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))
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))
Pass48,505 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 48,505 miles
- Test number
- 289995135515
No defects or advisories recorded.
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))
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))
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
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
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
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
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
Pass41,496 miles (+866)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 2 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 41,496 miles
- Test number
- 747388331543
- AdvisoryFront suspension rusty
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)
Pass40,011 miles (+1,008)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 40,011 miles
- Test number
- 729097655334
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
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)
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)
Pass37,707 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jan 2013
- Odometer
- 37,707 miles
- Test number
- 166900722441
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Pass33,749 miles (+4)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 33,749 miles
- Test number
- 662018408083
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
Pass32,048 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 32,048 miles
- Test number
- 103324986169
No defects or advisories recorded.
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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