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Talbot Express 1300 D

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L93 VOWMOT history

L93 VOW is a white diesel Talbot Express 1300 D first used on 21 May 1994. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 78,119 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,119 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L93 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
21 May 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L93 VOW was last recorded at 78,119 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 933 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,186 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
933 miles
Average per year
1,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,119 miles
  • 2025 – 77,186 miles
  • 2024 – 77,154 miles
  • 2023 – 74,939 miles
  • 2022 – 72,981 miles
  • 2021 – 71,712 miles
  • 2020 – 70,409 miles
  • 2019 – 68,304 miles
  • 2018 – 65,478 miles
  • 2017 – 64,085 miles
  • 2016 – 61,567 miles
  • 2015 – 60,378 miles
  • 2014 – 58,024 miles
  • 2012 – 55,393 miles
  • 2011 – 52,520 miles
  • 2010 – 48,806 miles
  • 2009 – 45,671 miles
  • 2008 – 43,849 miles
  • 2007 – 43,829 miles
  • 2006 – 40,397 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,119 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust rubbers perished (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust mounting defective Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,119 miles (+933)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,119 miles
    Test number
    341139199239
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust rubbers perished (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass77,186 miles (+32)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    77,186 miles
    Test number
    971227632012
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail77,154 miles (+2,215)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,154 miles
    Test number
    362213040803
    • DangerousFront Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Crossmember (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear General underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass74,939 miles (+9)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    74,939 miles
    Test number
    964854141790
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Both (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail74,930 miles (+1,949)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,930 miles
    Test number
    620419229959
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Both (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass72,981 miles (+1,269)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,981 miles
    Test number
    207885519942
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

  7. Pass71,712 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    71,712 miles
    Test number
    650881092315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail71,705 miles (+1,296)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,705 miles
    Test number
    354197716854
    • MajorFront Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOutline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning front and rear (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass70,409 miles (+2,105)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,409 miles
    Test number
    878312292163
    • MinorOffside 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))

  10. Pass68,304 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,304 miles
    Test number
    681984009328
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail68,299 miles (+2,821)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,299 miles
    Test number
    176578788333
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass65,478 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,478 miles
    Test number
    168330384336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,471 miles (+1,386)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,471 miles
    Test number
    284496527937
    • DangerousRear Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

  14. Pass64,085 miles (+2,518)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,085 miles
    Test number
    437887133208
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryLower engine mount slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake slight bind

  15. Pass61,567 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,567 miles
    Test number
    630678315115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,560 miles (+1,182)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,560 miles
    Test number
    138880002259
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  17. Pass60,378 miles1 dangerous4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    60,378 miles
    Test number
    229902645155
    • DangerousOffdside rear tyre perished and in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  18. Fail60,378 miles (+2,354)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,378 miles
    Test number
    329600345187
    • DangerousOffdside rear tyre perished and in poor condition
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  19. Pass58,024 miles (+2,631)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,024 miles
    Test number
    839818594049
    • NoteExhaust mounting rubbers perished
    • NoteTyres perished

  20. Pass55,393 miles (+10)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    55,393 miles
    Test number
    329719582480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust rubbers perrished
    • NoteGearbox mount slight play
    • NoteRear shock obsorber top bushes slightly perrished.

  21. Fail55,383 miles (+2,863)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,383 miles
    Test number
    328863082286
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCentre exhaust rubbers perrished
    • NoteGearbox mount slight play
    • NoteRear shock obsorber top bushes slightly perrished.

  22. Pass52,520 miles (+3,714)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    52,520 miles
    Test number
    569280001360
    • NoteExhaust rubbers perished.
    • NoteVery slight play in track rod ends.

  23. Pass48,806 miles (+3,135)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,806 miles
    Test number
    971015890284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass45,671 miles (+1,822)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    45,671 miles
    Test number
    422557709373
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f track rod end ball joint.

  25. Pass43,849 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    43,849 miles
    Test number
    913081618366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,829 miles (+3,432)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    43,829 miles
    Test number
    300423267405
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded.
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack.

  27. Pass40,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,397 miles
    Test number
    433742066227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L93 VOW

Does L93 VOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L93 VOW is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L93 VOW?
The MOT on L93 VOW is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L93 VOW done?
L93 VOW was recorded at 78,119 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 1,930 miles a year.
Has L93 VOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L93 VOW has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L93 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 L93 VOW find?
L93 VOW passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubbers perished; offside front inner vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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