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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L57 JDCMOT history

L57 JDC is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 1 Apr 1994. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 38,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
38,820 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
447 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L57 JDC
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
1 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L57 JDC was last recorded at 38,820 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,290 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
530 miles
Average per year
447 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,820 miles
  • 2025 – 38,290 miles
  • 2023 – 38,080 miles
  • 2022 – 37,575 miles
  • 2021 – 37,276 miles
  • 2020 – 37,252 miles
  • 2019 – 37,079 miles
  • 2015 – 37,068 miles
  • 2014 – 36,928 miles
  • 2009 – 36,166 miles
  • 2008 – 33,938 miles
  • 2007 – 32,426 miles
  • 2006 – 30,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,820 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

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.

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,820 miles (+530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    38,820 miles
    Test number
    895465078413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lack of use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily undersealed

  2. Pass38,290 miles (+210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    38,290 miles
    Test number
    714561806815
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle undersealed heavliy

  3. Pass38,080 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    38,080 miles
    Test number
    550994805973
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail38,079 miles (+504)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,079 miles
    Test number
    671115444560
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both front (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass37,575 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    37,575 miles
    Test number
    141442032133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail37,561 miles (+285)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,561 miles
    Test number
    927685111620
    • 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 Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass37,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    37,276 miles
    Test number
    716483696028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail37,276 miles (+24)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,276 miles
    Test number
    512384069741
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass37,252 miles (+173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    37,252 miles
    Test number
    923748165979
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass37,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    37,079 miles
    Test number
    260575338814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail37,079 miles (+11)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,079 miles
    Test number
    965353248919
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass37,068 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    37,068 miles
    Test number
    536011555025
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust has some corrosion

  13. Fail37,064 miles (+136)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,064 miles
    Test number
    516039945060
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust has some corrosion
    • NoteNearside rear wheel bearing not checked

  14. Pass36,928 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,928 miles
    Test number
    568258144085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteRear shocker bushes slightly deteriorated

  15. Fail36,928 miles (+762)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,928 miles
    Test number
    498767134036
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteRear shocker bushes slightly deteriorated

  16. Fail36,166 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,166 miles
    Test number
    120889189167
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear number plate

  17. Pass36,166 miles (+2,228)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,166 miles
    Test number
    162699689110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear number plate

  18. Pass33,938 miles (+1,512)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,938 miles
    Test number
    560724858195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,426 miles (+2,409)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,426 miles
    Test number
    532514067155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,017 miles
    Test number
    314570156109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L57 JDC

Does L57 JDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L57 JDC is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L57 JDC?
The MOT on L57 JDC is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L57 JDC done?
L57 JDC was recorded at 38,820 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 447 miles a year.
Has L57 JDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L57 JDC has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on L57 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 L57 JDC find?
L57 JDC passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lack of use; underside of vehicle heavily undersealed.

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