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Talbot Express 1300 D

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L6 WRMMOT history

L6 WRM is a white diesel Talbot Express 1300 D first used on 31 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 60,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
60,288 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 WRM
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
31 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 WRM was last recorded at 60,288 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 1,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,932 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,356 miles
Average per year
754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,288 miles
  • 2025 – 58,932 miles
  • 2024 – 58,619 miles
  • 2023 – 58,369 miles
  • 2022 – 58,002 miles
  • 2020 – 57,405 miles
  • 2019 – 56,280 miles
  • 2018 – 55,775 miles
  • 2017 – 54,914 miles
  • 2016 – 52,942 miles
  • 2014 – 51,998 miles
  • 2013 – 49,844 miles
  • 2012 – 49,829 miles
  • 2011 – 48,998 miles
  • 2010 – 46,577 miles
  • 2009 – 45,675 miles
  • 2008 – 45,173 miles
  • 2006 – 45,073 miles
  • 2005 – 44,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,288 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and cab sections. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front spring mount area (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Inner wing holed outwith prescribed area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,288 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    60,288 miles
    Test number
    422501784951
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and cab sections. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail60,288 miles (+1,356)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,288 miles
    Test number
    842749373245
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch section beside jacking point. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and cab sections. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass58,932 miles (+313)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    58,932 miles
    Test number
    701453834216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    58,619 miles
    Test number
    394813894584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. FailMileage not read2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    898038836896
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases DOWN PIPE (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass58,369 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    58,369 miles
    Test number
    800638677290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass58,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    58,002 miles
    Test number
    967390280422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail58,002 miles (+8)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,002 miles
    Test number
    296847775014
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass57,994 miles (+589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    57,994 miles
    Test number
    319283929446
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass57,405 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    57,405 miles
    Test number
    591807006132
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail57,405 miles (+1,125)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,405 miles
    Test number
    293268337144
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired leaking (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass56,280 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    56,280 miles
    Test number
    419744685246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,279 miles (+504)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,279 miles
    Test number
    544517746638
    • 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 Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights inop

  14. Pass55,775 miles (+861)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,775 miles
    Test number
    812500269496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass54,914 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,914 miles
    Test number
    431547345664
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front spring mount area (2.4.A.3)

  16. Fail54,907 miles (+1,965)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,907 miles
    Test number
    228263893951
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported rubber mounts split/broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill/door step (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill/door step (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg & inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg & inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front spring mount area (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass52,942 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    52,942 miles
    Test number
    402151260999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing holed outwith prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail52,942 miles4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,942 miles
    Test number
    339102323086
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported centre rubber missing (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill at (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing holed outwith prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    109597964123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,998 miles (+2,154)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,998 miles
    Test number
    278237664104
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass49,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,844 miles
    Test number
    315941793101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,844 miles (+15)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,844 miles
    Test number
    546311793104
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  23. Pass49,829 miles (+831)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,829 miles
    Test number
    789583412201
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • Note2 exhaust rubbers split but exhaust supported
    • NoteO/s/r brake slightly binding

  24. Fail48,998 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,998 miles
    Test number
    486840661065
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

  25. Pass48,998 miles (+2,421)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,998 miles
    Test number
    868220761097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,577 miles (+902)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    46,577 miles
    Test number
    602223360048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,675 miles
    Test number
    273368579068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail45,675 miles (+502)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,675 miles
    Test number
    132856079490
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass45,173 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    45,173 miles
    Test number
    133165288092
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass45,073 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    45,073 miles
    Test number
    421564656322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    44,955 miles
    Test number
    760373835358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 WRM

Does L6 WRM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 WRM is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 WRM?
The MOT on L6 WRM is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 WRM done?
L6 WRM was recorded at 60,288 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 754 miles a year.
Has L6 WRM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 WRM has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 WRM 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 L6 WRM find?
L6 WRM passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and cab sections..

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