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Talbot Express 1300 D

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,500 cc

L95 SWUMOT history

L95 SWU is a white diesel Talbot Express 1300 D first used on 21 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 43,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
43,137 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L95 SWU
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 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L95 SWU was last recorded at 43,137 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,032 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
105 miles
Average per year
590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,137 miles
  • 2025 – 43,032 miles
  • 2024 – 42,949 miles
  • 2023 – 42,846 miles
  • 2022 – 42,672 miles
  • 2021 – 42,413 miles
  • 2020 – 42,400 miles
  • 2019 – 41,145 miles
  • 2018 – 40,925 miles
  • 2017 – 39,934 miles
  • 2016 – 39,858 miles
  • 2015 – 39,251 miles
  • 2014 – 37,696 miles
  • 2013 – 35,617 miles
  • 2011 – 34,512 miles
  • 2010 – 33,885 miles
  • 2009 – 33,112 miles
  • 2008 – 32,298 miles
  • 2007 – 32,155 miles
  • 2006 – 31,655 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,137 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • All brake ferruls corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,137 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    43,137 miles
    Test number
    516848081740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass43,032 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    43,032 miles
    Test number
    614543321632

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,949 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    42,949 miles
    Test number
    787844221010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass42,846 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    42,846 miles
    Test number
    853640841373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated x 2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail42,846 miles (+174)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,846 miles
    Test number
    460460158187
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated x 2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass42,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    42,672 miles
    Test number
    292365808322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail42,672 miles (+259)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,672 miles
    Test number
    595212625980
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass42,413 miles (+13)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    42,413 miles
    Test number
    678230671251
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bumper attachment bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass42,400 miles (+1,255)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    42,400 miles
    Test number
    818533713100
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass41,145 miles (+220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    41,145 miles
    Test number
    328107723386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass40,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,925 miles
    Test number
    470328506711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail40,925 miles (+991)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,925 miles
    Test number
    274193439323
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  13. Pass39,934 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,934 miles
    Test number
    598787361088
    • AdvisoryAll brake ferruls corroded
    • AdvisoryFront parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Fail39,923 miles (+65)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,923 miles
    Test number
    905920761452
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced 51% imbalance (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryAll brake ferruls corroded
    • AdvisoryFront parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Pass39,858 miles (+607)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    39,858 miles
    Test number
    721174784753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,251 miles (+1,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    39,251 miles
    Test number
    879885955088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass37,696 miles (+2,079)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,696 miles
    Test number
    347066334011
    • NoteExhaust rear rubber mount missing (exhaust system still adiquatley supported)

  18. Pass35,617 miles (+1,105)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,617 miles
    Test number
    539003243063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,512 miles (+627)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,512 miles
    Test number
    245629571238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,885 miles (+773)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,885 miles
    Test number
    773604860223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,112 miles (+814)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,112 miles
    Test number
    780782079257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,298 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,298 miles
    Test number
    271236928219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,155 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,155 miles
    Test number
    743446847254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,655 miles
    Test number
    480677946207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L95 SWU

Does L95 SWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L95 SWU is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L95 SWU?
The MOT on L95 SWU is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L95 SWU done?
L95 SWU was recorded at 43,137 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 590 miles a year.
Has L95 SWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L95 SWU has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L95 SWU 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 L95 SWU find?
L95 SWU passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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