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Talbot Express 1300 D

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L53 JDCMOT history

L53 JDC is a white diesel Talbot Express 1300 D first used on 28 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 56,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
56,017 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L53 JDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express 1300 D
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
28 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L53 JDC was last recorded at 56,017 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 1,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,708 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,309 miles
Average per year
1,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,017 miles
  • 2025 – 54,708 miles
  • 2024 – 54,326 miles
  • 2023 – 52,596 miles
  • 2022 – 51,615 miles
  • 2021 – 50,042 miles
  • 2016 – 50,000 miles
  • 2014 – 49,842 miles
  • 2013 – 49,124 miles
  • 2012 – 46,933 miles
  • 2011 – 44,353 miles
  • 2010 – 40,189 miles
  • 2009 – 35,585 miles
  • 2008 – 31,714 miles
  • 2007 – 31,514 miles
  • 2006 – 31,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,017 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/75/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,017 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    56,017 miles
    Test number
    775753317489
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/75/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail56,016 miles (+1,308)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,016 miles
    Test number
    584783919668
    • MajorExhaust system insecure exhaust rubbing against body of vehicle (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure x2 front brackets deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure x2 rear brackets deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/75/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess bracket deteriorated, cable rubbing against body of vehicle (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass54,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    54,708 miles
    Test number
    194221101412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail54,704 miles (+378)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,704 miles
    Test number
    548698504856
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass54,326 miles (+1,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    54,326 miles
    Test number
    580605177241
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass52,596 miles (+981)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    52,596 miles
    Test number
    584289605289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    51,615 miles
    Test number
    192457633622
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail51,615 miles (+1,573)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,615 miles
    Test number
    257976678467
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass50,042 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    50,042 miles
    Test number
    924033031672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail50,025 miles (+25)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,025 miles
    Test number
    847713938703
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass50,000 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    50,000 miles
    Test number
    544404739622
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Light corrosion to both front chassis rails
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Fail50,000 miles (+158)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,000 miles
    Test number
    937096456034
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Light corrosion to both front chassis rails
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass49,842 miles (+718)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    49,842 miles
    Test number
    589968544273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,124 miles (+2,191)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,124 miles
    Test number
    438475153266
    • NoteExhaust rattle

  15. Pass46,933 miles (+2,580)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,933 miles
    Test number
    336746132441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,353 miles (+4,164)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    44,353 miles
    Test number
    755903411256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    40,189 miles
    Test number
    572908210213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail40,189 miles (+4,604)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,189 miles
    Test number
    782744610212
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  19. Pass35,585 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    35,585 miles
    Test number
    691184909227
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail35,579 miles (+3,865)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,579 miles
    Test number
    443468999158
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass31,714 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,714 miles
    Test number
    294091498161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,709 miles (+195)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,709 miles
    Test number
    752790798161
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

  23. Pass31,514 miles (+71)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    31,514 miles
    Test number
    751576777143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake drum slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake drum slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  24. Pass31,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,443 miles
    Test number
    810912096194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L53 JDC

Does L53 JDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L53 JDC is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L53 JDC?
The MOT on L53 JDC is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L53 JDC done?
L53 JDC was recorded at 56,017 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 1,227 miles a year.
Has L53 JDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L53 JDC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L53 JDC 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 L53 JDC find?
L53 JDC passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: gearbox mounting defective; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/75/16; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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