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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L84 PMGMOT history

L84 PMG is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 18 Jan 1994. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 99,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,410 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L84 PMG
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 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L84 PMG was last recorded at 99,410 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Apr 2009: 81,867 miles, lower than 89,191 miles on 5 Apr 2008.
  • 29 Aug 2018: 98,079 miles, lower than 98,993 miles on 22 May 2017.
  • 6 Aug 2026: 99,408 miles, lower than 99,499 miles on 26 Jun 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
99,408 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,410 miles
  • 2025 – 99,499 miles
  • 2024 – 99,409 miles
  • 2022 – 99,403 miles
  • 2021 – 98,235 miles
  • 2018 – 98,079 miles
  • 2017 – 98,993 miles
  • 2016 – 98,649 miles
  • 2015 – 97,628 miles
  • 2014 – 96,765 miles
  • 2013 – 85,919 miles
  • 2012 – 84,295 miles
  • 2011 – 83,934 miles
  • 2010 – 82,157 miles
  • 2009 – 81,867 miles
  • 2008 – 89,191 miles
  • 2007 – 87,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,410 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 29 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,410 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,410 miles
    Test number
    953228502770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail99,408 miles (-91)2 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,408 miles
    Test number
    355177606341
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass99,499 miles (+90)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    99,499 miles
    Test number
    139673350661
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass99,409 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    99,409 miles
    Test number
    305318110840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail99,408 miles (+5)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,408 miles
    Test number
    769200128128
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill to floor holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass99,403 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    99,403 miles
    Test number
    623368479592
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail99,400 miles (+1,165)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,400 miles
    Test number
    193322367679
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass98,235 miles (+135)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    98,235 miles
    Test number
    454082428931
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail98,100 miles (+21)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,100 miles
    Test number
    550874635218
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,079 miles (-914)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    98,079 miles
    Test number
    166019733134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass98,993 miles (+344)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,993 miles
    Test number
    217777221158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass98,649 miles (+1,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    98,649 miles
    Test number
    667584413820
    • 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)

  13. Pass97,628 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,628 miles
    Test number
    908805905149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail97,628 miles (+863)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,628 miles
    Test number
    298461295002
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

  15. Pass96,765 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    96,765 miles
    Test number
    108207004149
    • AdvisoryLower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • 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)

  16. Fail96,765 miles (+10,846)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,765 miles
    Test number
    627125304134
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryLower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass85,919 miles (+1,624)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,919 miles
    Test number
    429827333144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,295 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,295 miles
    Test number
    137450442163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Fail84,282 miles (+348)2 dangerous7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,282 miles
    Test number
    887124222145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteO/s/reartop marker lamp insecure

  20. Pass83,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,934 miles
    Test number
    867865921107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,934 miles (+1,777)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,934 miles
    Test number
    475728111134
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass82,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    82,157 miles
    Test number
    470869980054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,157 miles (+290)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,157 miles
    Test number
    673898880010
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

  24. Pass81,867 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,867 miles
    Test number
    160639399497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  25. Fail81,867 miles (-7,324)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,867 miles
    Test number
    483987999008
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  26. Pass89,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    89,191 miles
    Test number
    183656198465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail89,191 miles (+2,122)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,191 miles
    Test number
    354855198040
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  28. Pass87,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    87,069 miles
    Test number
    904719687098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail87,069 miles3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,069 miles
    Test number
    292048087059
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cracks in sidewall, not showing cords

Questions about L84 PMG

Does L84 PMG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L84 PMG is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L84 PMG?
The MOT on L84 PMG 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 L84 PMG done?
L84 PMG was recorded at 99,410 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 637 miles a year.
Has L84 PMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L84 PMG has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L84 PMG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 7 Apr 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L84 PMG find?
L84 PMG passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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