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Talbot Express 1300 D

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L91 VOWMOT history

L91 VOW is a white diesel Talbot Express 1300 D first used on 16 Apr 1994. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 90,251 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
90,251 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L91 VOW
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
16 Apr 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L91 VOW was last recorded at 90,251 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,250 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,251 miles
  • 2025 – 90,250 miles
  • 2024 – 87,885 miles
  • 2023 – 82,994 miles
  • 2022 – 76,128 miles
  • 2021 – 69,778 miles
  • 2020 – 64,711 miles
  • 2019 – 55,269 miles
  • 2018 – 45,098 miles
  • 2016 – 35,401 miles
  • 2015 – 33,746 miles
  • 2014 – 32,459 miles
  • 2013 – 31,691 miles
  • 2012 – 30,201 miles
  • 2011 – 28,100 miles
  • 2010 – 27,016 miles
  • 2009 – 26,552 miles
  • 2008 – 26,548 miles
  • 2007 – 26,545 miles
  • 2006 – 26,511 miles
  • 2005 – 26,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,251 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory12 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,251 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    90,251 miles
    Test number
    626283644654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,250 miles (+2,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,250 miles
    Test number
    431409273366
    • 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. Pass87,885 miles (+44)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    87,885 miles
    Test number
    716219508289
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail87,841 miles (+4,847)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,841 miles
    Test number
    975617153262
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Kick up (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass82,994 miles (+35)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    82,994 miles
    Test number
    483049115270
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.2.3 (c))

  6. Fail82,959 miles (+6,831)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,959 miles
    Test number
    197081506836
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Kick up (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.2.3 (c))

  7. Pass76,128 miles (+224)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    76,128 miles
    Test number
    320244033922
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail75,904 miles (+6,126)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,904 miles
    Test number
    880754762205
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater not working Both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass69,778 miles (+49)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,778 miles
    Test number
    517126033437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.2.3 (c))

  10. Fail69,729 miles (+5,018)2 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,729 miles
    Test number
    273334729961
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.2.3 (c))

  11. Pass64,711 miles (+76)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,711 miles
    Test number
    424217779393
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail64,635 miles (+9,366)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,635 miles
    Test number
    149197736159
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass55,269 miles (+74)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    55,269 miles
    Test number
    311881191513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.2.3 (c))

  14. Fail55,195 miles (+10,097)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,195 miles
    Test number
    187635687263
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both (4.2.3 (c))

  15. Pass45,098 miles (+100)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    45,098 miles
    Test number
    562799414436
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail44,998 miles (+9,597)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,998 miles
    Test number
    525101688329
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass35,401 miles (+1,655)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    35,401 miles
    Test number
    191662482704
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center pipe (7.1.2)

  18. Pass33,746 miles (+1,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    33,746 miles
    Test number
    906419373273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  19. Pass32,459 miles (+768)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    32,459 miles
    Test number
    247846564266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    31,691 miles
    Test number
    125630873229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail31,691 miles (+1,490)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,691 miles
    Test number
    918760473210
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

  22. Pass30,201 miles (+2,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    30,201 miles
    Test number
    137126372284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass28,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    28,100 miles
    Test number
    957456231312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail28,100 miles (+1,084)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,100 miles
    Test number
    475705831431
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass27,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,016 miles
    Test number
    740032520362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,016 miles (+464)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,016 miles
    Test number
    553902020376
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass26,552 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    26,552 miles
    Test number
    103135239333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s rear service brake has slightly lower reading that o/s

  28. Pass26,548 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,548 miles
    Test number
    513850848338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,545 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,545 miles
    Test number
    411731747313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass26,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    26,511 miles
    Test number
    451255036388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail26,511 miles (+205)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,511 miles
    Test number
    932015436348
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  32. Pass26,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    26,306 miles
    Test number
    604589235303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail26,306 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,306 miles
    Test number
    223239335301
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L91 VOW

Does L91 VOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L91 VOW is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L91 VOW?
The MOT on L91 VOW is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L91 VOW done?
L91 VOW was recorded at 90,251 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 3,160 miles a year.
Has L91 VOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L91 VOW has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L91 VOW 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 L91 VOW find?
L91 VOW passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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