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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L63 JDCMOT history

L63 JDC is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 18 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 87,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
87,963 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
1,262 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L63 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
18 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L63 JDC was last recorded at 87,963 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 464 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,499 miles · 23 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
464 miles
Average per year
1,262 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,963 miles
  • 2025 – 86,391 miles
  • 2023 – 82,802 miles
  • 2022 – 82,762 miles
  • 2021 – 81,361 miles
  • 2017 – 81,334 miles
  • 2016 – 80,593 miles
  • 2015 – 78,470 miles
  • 2014 – 76,801 miles
  • 2013 – 75,622 miles
  • 2012 – 74,234 miles
  • 2011 – 72,829 miles
  • 2010 – 71,794 miles
  • 2009 – 69,819 miles
  • 2008 – 68,359 miles
  • 2007 – 65,612 miles
  • 2005 – 61,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,963 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at radius arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at rear axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryLower engine mounting wornRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Underside of vehicle coated in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,963 miles (+464)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    87,963 miles
    Test number
    940663054580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at radius arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at rear axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower engine mounting worn

  2. Fail87,499 miles (+1,108)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,499 miles
    Test number
    337002217214
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at radius arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at rear axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryLower engine mounting worn

  3. Pass86,391 miles (+10)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    86,391 miles
    Test number
    262059785822
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at rear axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in underseal

  4. Fail86,381 miles (+3,579)1 dangerous2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,381 miles
    Test number
    897717733596
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner cords exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at rear axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in underseal

  5. Pass82,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,802 miles
    Test number
    649504194541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear foot brake efficiency poor

  6. Fail82,802 miles (+40)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,802 miles
    Test number
    806389411581
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear foot brake efficiency poor

  7. Fail82,762 miles (+1,401)1 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,762 miles
    Test number
    964764639903
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cut off going wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken rear spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cut off going wrong way (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken rear spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass81,361 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    81,361 miles
    Test number
    755559624392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail81,355 miles (+21)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,355 miles
    Test number
    686938402970
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass81,334 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    81,334 miles
    Test number
    225337156606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,333 miles (+740)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,333 miles
    Test number
    160398247202
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFuel injector blowing

  12. Pass80,593 miles (+2,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,593 miles
    Test number
    967574791135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass78,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,470 miles
    Test number
    210778240296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,470 miles (+1,669)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,470 miles
    Test number
    824462635046
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass76,801 miles (+1,179)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    76,801 miles
    Test number
    589398854261
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass75,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,622 miles
    Test number
    509428403395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,622 miles (+1,388)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,622 miles
    Test number
    478108803496
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass74,234 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    74,234 miles
    Test number
    229771192239
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Fail74,234 miles (+1,405)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,234 miles
    Test number
    587700992201
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass72,829 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    72,829 miles
    Test number
    676133381295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  21. Fail72,829 miles (+1,035)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,829 miles
    Test number
    879113581274
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  22. Pass71,794 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,794 miles
    Test number
    454311950288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  23. Fail71,794 miles (+1,975)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,794 miles
    Test number
    661741850282
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  24. Pass69,819 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    69,819 miles
    Test number
    101990849270
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAll exhaust rubbers perished
    • NoteSlight play in rack ends

  25. Fail69,819 miles (+569)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,819 miles
    Test number
    382208539219
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAll exhaust rubbers perished
    • NoteSlight play in rack ends

  26. Pass69,250 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    69,250 miles
    Test number
    463058179038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,245 miles (+886)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,245 miles
    Test number
    654206279034
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  28. Pass68,359 miles (+2,747)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    68,359 miles
    Test number
    850208278019
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteWater in off side rearlamp

  29. Pass65,612 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,612 miles
    Test number
    190105977421
    • NoteCorrosioon to rear brake hose ferrules
    • NoteFront exhaust rubber mounting deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

  30. Fail65,612 miles (+3,842)7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,612 miles
    Test number
    753554777066
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCorrosion to rear brake hose ferrules
    • NoteFront exhaust rubber deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

  31. Pass61,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    61,770 miles
    Test number
    922555415358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail61,770 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,770 miles
    Test number
    841477905304
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about L63 JDC

Does L63 JDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L63 JDC is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L63 JDC?
The MOT on L63 JDC is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L63 JDC done?
L63 JDC was recorded at 87,963 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 1,262 miles a year.
Has L63 JDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L63 JDC has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L63 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 L63 JDC find?
L63 JDC passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at radius arm mounting; offside power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded, and 2 more.

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