Talbot logo

Talbot Express 1300 D

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,500 cc

L89 OMPMOT history

L89 OMP is a white diesel Talbot Express 1300 D first used on 19 Nov 1993. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 95,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
95,800 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,074 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L89 OMP in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L89 OMP
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
1993
First used
19 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L89 OMP was last recorded at 95,800 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 1,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,170 miles · 3 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,630 miles
Average per year
2,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,800 miles
  • 2024 – 94,170 miles
  • 2022 – 93,504 miles
  • 2021 – 93,347 miles
  • 2020 – 93,233 miles
  • 2019 – 92,499 miles
  • 2018 – 91,716 miles
  • 2017 – 86,686 miles
  • 2016 – 82,148 miles
  • 2015 – 79,721 miles
  • 2014 – 77,711 miles
  • 2013 – 77,709 miles
  • 2011 – 76,626 miles
  • 2010 – 73,297 miles
  • 2009 – 73,257 miles
  • 2008 – 67,328 miles
  • 2007 – 59,712 miles
  • 2006 – 55,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,800 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,800 miles (+1,630)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    95,800 miles
    Test number
    137542900326
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass94,170 miles (+666)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,170 miles
    Test number
    577813635597
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass93,504 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    93,504 miles
    Test number
    581072975433
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail93,504 miles (+40)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,504 miles
    Test number
    724030744858
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail93,464 miles (+38)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,464 miles
    Test number
    193233439317
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail93,426 miles (+79)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,426 miles
    Test number
    832273209840
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFlywheel cover hanging off

  7. Pass93,347 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    93,347 miles
    Test number
    974407051812
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail93,347 miles (+114)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,347 miles
    Test number
    371191012434
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass93,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,233 miles
    Test number
    341189161910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,233 miles (+734)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,233 miles
    Test number
    606942958432
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass92,499 miles (+783)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,499 miles
    Test number
    863980952396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing corroded not within 30 cm of brakes steering or suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing corroded not within 30 cm of brakes steering or suspension
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass91,716 miles (+5,030)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    91,716 miles
    Test number
    720147700994
    • MinorOffside Front 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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass86,686 miles (+4,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,686 miles
    Test number
    982084589559
    • AdvisoryN,s,r wheel bearing has slight play

  14. Pass82,148 miles (+329)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,148 miles
    Test number
    862547881186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,819 miles (+2,098)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,819 miles
    Test number
    184486033591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear section of the exhaust is missing

  16. Pass79,721 miles (+306)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,721 miles
    Test number
    516504915088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteSlight corrosion on chassis

  17. Fail79,415 miles (+1,704)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,415 miles
    Test number
    187783515049
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition
    • NoteSlight corrosion on chassis

  18. Pass77,711 miles (+2)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    77,711 miles
    Test number
    169421634402
    • NoteBrake pipes greased up
    • NoteExhaust slightly corroded
    • NoteUnderneath of vehicle covered with underseal

  19. Fail77,709 miles5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,709 miles
    Test number
    836620034060
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust slightly corroded

  20. Pass77,709 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    77,709 miles
    Test number
    669345563090
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteExhaust rubber mounyings starting to split and deteriorate
    • NoteExtensive underbody surface corrosion

  21. Fail77,709 miles (+1,083)7 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,709 miles
    Test number
    736538453057
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteExhaust rubber mounyings starting to split and deteriorate
    • NoteExtensive underbody surface corrosion

  22. Pass76,626 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    816157021001
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust rubber mountings deteriorated
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteO/s inner drive shaft gater split

  23. Fail76,626 miles (+3,329)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,626 miles
    Test number
    655280221001
    • DangerousBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust rubber mountings deteriorated
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteO/s inner drive shaft gater split

  24. Pass73,297 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    73,297 miles
    Test number
    932421820072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,257 miles (+5,929)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,257 miles
    Test number
    480940919439
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp extinguishes when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp extinguishes when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass67,328 miles (+7,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    67,328 miles
    Test number
    631164678251
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass59,712 miles (+4,219)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    59,712 miles
    Test number
    500459767247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass55,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    55,493 miles
    Test number
    504832076223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L89 OMP

Does L89 OMP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L89 OMP is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L89 OMP?
The MOT on L89 OMP is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L89 OMP done?
L89 OMP was recorded at 95,800 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 2,074 miles a year.
Has L89 OMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L89 OMP has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L89 OMP 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 L89 OMP find?
L89 OMP passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 8 more.

Related registrations

Browse all L89 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.