
Talbot Express
White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,971 cc
L46 FNCMOT history
L46 FNC is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 13 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 65,355 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Feb 2027
- Mileage
- 65,355 mi
- At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
- MOT tests
- 30
- 19 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 1,811 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L46 FNC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Talbot
- Model
- Express
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,971 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1994
- First used
- 13 Jan 1994
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Feb 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L46 FNC was last recorded at 65,355 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 16 Feb 2022: 49,352 miles, lower than 427,612 miles on 13 Mar 2019.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 65,333 miles · 19 Feb 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 22 miles
- Average per year
- 1,811 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 65,355 miles
- 2025 – 62,005 miles
- 2024 – 57,491 miles
- 2023 – 53,683 miles
- 2022 – 49,354 miles
- 2019 – 427,612 miles
- 2017 – 45,315 miles
- 2016 – 42,078 miles
- 2015 – 41,571 miles
- 2014 – 41,098 miles
- 2013 – 40,148 miles
- 2012 – 39,064 miles
- 2011 – 38,677 miles
- 2010 – 38,010 miles
- 2009 – 34,523 miles
- 2008 – 32,626 miles
- 2007 – 30,521 miles
- 2006 – 30,482 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory8 MOTs, 2010–2017
Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory7 MOTs, 2008–2013
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2016
Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play
Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2013
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012
Full MOT history
30 tests since 20 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass65,355 miles (+22)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2027
- Odometer
- 65,355 miles
- Test number
- 764255860883
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Fail65,333 miles (+3,328)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,333 miles
- Test number
- 607618737577
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Pass62,005 miles (+4,514)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2026
- Odometer
- 62,005 miles
- Test number
- 304055687798
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,491 miles (+3,808)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2025
- Odometer
- 57,491 miles
- Test number
- 199944797601
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass53,683 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2024
- Odometer
- 53,683 miles
- Test number
- 530816186783
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres are 13 years old
- AdvisoryEngine oil leak not excessive
Fail53,683 miles (+4,329)11 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 53,683 miles
- Test number
- 145163732307
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit Battery underneath the engine bay plinth is rotten and insecure and LIKELY to become detached . (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak centre section of pipe has a big hole in it. (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting within 30cm from the front suspension arm mount. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting within 30cm from the front suspension arm mount. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting within 30cm of the rear leaf spring mount. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryBoth front tyres are 13 years old.
- AdvisoryLots of various corrosion holes found underneath the vehicle but not within any structural areas.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from sump and oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCan't properly inspect front brake pads due to design of the wheels.
Pass49,354 miles (+2)1 minor
- MOT expiry
- 27 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 49,354 miles
- Test number
- 164577571838
- MinorOffside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Fail49,352 miles (-378,260)7 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 49,352 miles
- Test number
- 280841957954
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak from front manifold join (8.2.1.1 (b))
- MajorNearside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- MajorRear Exhaust system insecure both rubbers insucure (6.1.2 (a))
- MinorOffside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Pass427,612 miles (+382,297)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 427,612 miles
- Test number
- 553018880134
- MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass45,315 miles (+3,237)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 45,315 miles
- Test number
- 520709420421
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass42,078 miles (+507)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 42,078 miles
- Test number
- 615084250027
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre sidewall cracking replacement recommened
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Pass41,571 miles (+473)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 41,571 miles
- Test number
- 200048957825
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
Pass41,098 miles (+950)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 41,098 miles
- Test number
- 319147864272
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryLower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Pass40,148 miles (+670)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 40,148 miles
- Test number
- 599539263287
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass39,478 miles9 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 May 2014
- Odometer
- 39,478 miles
- Test number
- 846546413124
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteNearside front battery tray corroded
- NoteOffside front jacking point corroded
- NoteOffside inner sill corroded
Fail39,478 miles (+414)3 failures9 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,478 miles
- Test number
- 866212613133
- FailureNearside Battery insecure (1.9.1)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteNearside front battery tray corroded
- NoteOffside front jacking point corroded
- NoteOffside inner sill corroded
Fail39,064 miles1 repaired5 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,064 miles
- Test number
- 297945222178
- Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- NoteBoth rear shock absorber bushes slightly perished
- NoteBoth rear suspension mountings slightly corroding
- NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy
- NoteOffside front jacking point corroded
- NoteRear exhaust rubber mounting missing
Pass39,064 miles (+5)5 advisories5 notes
- MOT expiry
- 3 May 2013
- Odometer
- 39,064 miles
- Test number
- 758055622154
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- NoteBoth rear shock absorber bushes slightly perished
- NoteBoth rear suspension mountings slightly corroding
- NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy
- NoteOffside front jacking point corroded
- NoteRear exhaust rubber mounting missing
Fail39,059 miles (+382)11 failures3 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,059 miles
- Test number
- 457357482010
- FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
- FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- NoteBoth rear shock absorber bushes slightly perished
- NoteBoth rear suspension mountings slightly corroding
- NoteOffside front jacking point corroded
- NoteRear exhaust rubber mounting missing
Pass38,677 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 38,677 miles
- Test number
- 127460291493
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Fail38,677 miles (+667)4 failures7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 38,677 miles
- Test number
- 946447681034
- FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- FailureOffside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Pass38,010 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 38,010 miles
- Test number
- 121934450058
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteSlight play in steering rack
Fail38,007 miles (+3,484)1 failure4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 38,007 miles
- Test number
- 141423950490
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- NoteSlight play in steering rack
Pass34,523 miles
- MOT expiry
- 2 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 34,523 miles
- Test number
- 764092869058
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail34,523 miles (+1,897)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 34,523 miles
- Test number
- 441742469067
- FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
- FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass32,626 miles (+2,105)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 32,626 miles
- Test number
- 730354148063
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass30,521 miles
- MOT expiry
- 14 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 30,521 miles
- Test number
- 533646547027
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail30,521 miles (+39)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 30,521 miles
- Test number
- 873636847086
- 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)
Pass30,482 miles (+6)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 30,482 miles
- Test number
- 841997126319
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Fail30,476 miles1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 30,476 miles
- Test number
- 592194626378
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Questions about L46 FNC
- Does L46 FNC currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L46 FNC is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L46 FNC?
- The MOT on L46 FNC is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L46 FNC done?
- L46 FNC was recorded at 65,355 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 1,811 miles a year.
- Has L46 FNC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L46 FNC has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2026.
- Has the mileage on L46 FNC ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Feb 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on L46 FNC find?
- L46 FNC passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.
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