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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L39 SEGMOT history

L39 SEG is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 21 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 53,636 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
53,636 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,256 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L39 SEG
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
21 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L39 SEG was last recorded at 53,636 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,626 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
1,256 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,636 miles
  • 2025 – 52,835 miles
  • 2024 – 51,814 miles
  • 2023 – 51,473 miles
  • 2022 – 50,811 miles
  • 2021 – 49,810 miles
  • 2020 – 48,477 miles
  • 2019 – 46,886 miles
  • 2018 – 46,128 miles
  • 2017 – 45,218 miles
  • 2016 – 40,532 miles
  • 2015 – 40,223 miles
  • 2014 – 39,327 miles
  • 2013 – 38,449 miles
  • 2012 – 37,376 miles
  • 2011 – 36,581 miles
  • 2010 – 35,595 miles
  • 2009 – 33,594 miles
  • 2008 – 31,274 miles
  • 2007 – 29,757 miles
  • 2006 – 28,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,636 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Both outer driveshaft gaitors age cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,636 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    53,636 miles
    Test number
    192632104282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail53,626 miles (+791)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,626 miles
    Test number
    699715044681
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass52,835 miles (+1,021)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    52,835 miles
    Test number
    512831658487
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass51,814 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    51,814 miles
    Test number
    473587888482
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff

  5. Fail51,814 miles (+341)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,814 miles
    Test number
    392346365641
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff

  6. Pass51,473 miles (+662)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    51,473 miles
    Test number
    490342597702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass50,811 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    50,811 miles
    Test number
    376518892456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear NUMBER PLATE IIGHT INOP
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play SLIGHT PLAY IN BALL JOINT (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail50,811 miles (+1,001)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,811 miles
    Test number
    165768303281
    • DangerousSteering column attachment defective to the extent that there is a serious risk of detachment STEARING COLUMN BOLT LOOSE (2.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear NUMBER PLATE IIGHT INOP
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play SLIGHT PLAY IN BALL JOINT (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass49,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    49,810 miles
    Test number
    241561478316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail49,810 miles (+1,333)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,810 miles
    Test number
    186158146242
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass48,477 miles (+1,591)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,477 miles
    Test number
    293297807753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    46,886 miles
    Test number
    812502935151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,886 miles (+758)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,886 miles
    Test number
    585074914757
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass46,128 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    46,128 miles
    Test number
    196935319431
    • AdvisoryBoth outer driveshaft gaitors age cracking
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHorn poor - requires attention
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  15. Fail46,125 miles (+907)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,125 miles
    Test number
    855267411742
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer driveshaft gaitors age cracking
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHorn poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  16. Pass45,218 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    45,218 miles
    Test number
    977143696727
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySlight movement in n/s steering arm

  17. Fail45,218 miles (+4,686)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,218 miles
    Test number
    359010233024
    • FailureDriver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailurePassenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySlight movement in n/s steering arm

  18. Pass40,532 miles (+309)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,532 miles
    Test number
    151716026285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail40,223 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,223 miles
    Test number
    139138915152
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCustomer requested rear brake service

  20. Pass40,223 miles (+896)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,223 miles
    Test number
    677048415190
    • NoteCustomer requested rear brake service

  21. Pass39,327 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,327 miles
    Test number
    578920244139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    38,449 miles
    Test number
    807689123114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,449 miles (+1,073)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,449 miles
    Test number
    245449923484
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

  24. Pass37,376 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,376 miles
    Test number
    649332932164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,581 miles (+986)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    36,581 miles
    Test number
    235453231192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,595 miles (+2,001)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,595 miles
    Test number
    281960140410
    • NoteOffside rear top marker light not working.

  27. Pass33,594 miles (+2,320)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,594 miles
    Test number
    740952339178
    • NoteNearside mirror cracked.

  28. Fail31,274 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,274 miles
    Test number
    263132048427
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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)

  29. Pass31,274 miles (+1,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    31,274 miles
    Test number
    274022048421
    • 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)

  30. Pass29,757 miles (+1,559)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,757 miles
    Test number
    253047837485
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  31. Pass28,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,198 miles
    Test number
    592155836109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L39 SEG

Does L39 SEG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L39 SEG is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L39 SEG?
The MOT on L39 SEG is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L39 SEG done?
L39 SEG was recorded at 53,636 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 1,256 miles a year.
Has L39 SEG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L39 SEG has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L39 SEG 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 SEG find?
L39 SEG passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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