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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L39 FNCMOT history

L39 FNC is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 132,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
132,856 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L39 FNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L39 FNC was last recorded at 132,856 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 6,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,099 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,757 miles
Average per year
4,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,856 miles
  • 2025 – 126,099 miles
  • 2024 – 122,388 miles
  • 2023 – 118,365 miles
  • 2022 – 110,857 miles
  • 2021 – 105,503 miles
  • 2020 – 100,109 miles
  • 2018 – 98,262 miles
  • 2017 – 95,844 miles
  • 2016 – 84,843 miles
  • 2015 – 72,094 miles
  • 2014 – 63,351 miles
  • 2013 – 57,569 miles
  • 2012 – 56,447 miles
  • 2011 – 55,976 miles
  • 2010 – 54,781 miles
  • 2009 – 54,536 miles
  • 2008 – 52,741 miles
  • 2007 – 51,972 miles
  • 2006 – 51,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,856 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside front and offside front inner flitch panels corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 20 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,856 miles (+6,757)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    132,856 miles
    Test number
    674877627916
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass126,099 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    126,099 miles
    Test number
    683028714139
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail126,090 miles (+3,702)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,090 miles
    Test number
    706457443057
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,388 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    122,388 miles
    Test number
    246577681938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front inner flitch panels corroded

  5. Fail122,372 miles (+4,007)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,372 miles
    Test number
    778083390418
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Doorstep box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Doorstep box section (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front inner flitch panels corroded

  6. Pass118,365 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    118,365 miles
    Test number
    102818285841
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front inner flitch panels corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail118,365 miles (+7,508)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,365 miles
    Test number
    752486940951
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front inner flitch panels corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,857 miles (+5,354)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    110,857 miles
    Test number
    757604394401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Step (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass105,503 miles (+5,394)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,503 miles
    Test number
    902359000208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer-sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer side light inoperative and uppermarker lights
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust support rubber deteriorated and one missing

  10. Pass100,109 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,109 miles
    Test number
    114737643534
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch / chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  11. Fail100,109 miles (+1,847)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,109 miles
    Test number
    775326173427
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch / chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  12. Pass98,262 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    98,262 miles
    Test number
    967739566121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail98,261 miles (+2,417)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,261 miles
    Test number
    210436645757
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

  14. Pass95,844 miles (+352)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    95,844 miles
    Test number
    609965442760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint (s) (both sides)

  15. Fail95,492 miles (+10,649)9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,492 miles
    Test number
    577415428351
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened badly corroded on inner face, surface falling off (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm inner tread (marked in yellow) (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect also discoloured compared with nearside (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play advise adjust or replace (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play advise adjust or replace (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp dim when indicators working (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryPoor repair to nearside rear tail lamp, not affecting output of light, advise new lamp unit

  16. Pass84,843 miles (+187)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    84,843 miles
    Test number
    582043006572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise steering rack end has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail84,656 miles (+12,562)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,656 miles
    Test number
    672129213043
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion around windscreen (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Advise steering rack end has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass72,094 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,094 miles
    Test number
    987385225261
    • NoteAdvise brake check,rear brake pipes rusty.

  19. Fail72,094 miles (+8,743)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,094 miles
    Test number
    859294225259
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteAdvise brake check,rear brake pipes rusty.

  20. Pass63,351 miles (+43)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    63,351 miles
    Test number
    689937724223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise off side front tyre worn badly on inside

  21. Fail63,308 miles (+5,739)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,308 miles
    Test number
    585924724284
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAdvise off side front tyre worn badly on inside

  22. Pass57,569 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    57,569 miles
    Test number
    555394613209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Fail57,549 miles (+1,102)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,549 miles
    Test number
    946822113228
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  24. Pass56,447 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    56,447 miles
    Test number
    399124712422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,976 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,976 miles
    Test number
    399224411414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,781 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,781 miles
    Test number
    363467410420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass54,536 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,536 miles
    Test number
    794196619237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,741 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    52,741 miles
    Test number
    720547718232
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  29. Fail52,741 miles (+769)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,741 miles
    Test number
    374857518466
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  30. Pass51,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    51,972 miles
    Test number
    222311037139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail51,972 miles (+577)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,972 miles
    Test number
    571401837150
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass51,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,395 miles
    Test number
    493637446141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail51,395 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,395 miles
    Test number
    230220046195
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about L39 FNC

Does L39 FNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L39 FNC is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L39 FNC?
The MOT on L39 FNC is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L39 FNC done?
L39 FNC was recorded at 132,856 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 4,118 miles a year.
Has L39 FNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L39 FNC has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on L39 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 L39 FNC find?
L39 FNC passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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