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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,500 cc

LSY 817MOT history

LSY 817 is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 11 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 73,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
73,719 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LSY 817
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
11 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LSY 817 was last recorded at 73,719 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,719 miles · 26 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,719 miles
  • 2024 – 73,210 miles
  • 2023 – 72,958 miles
  • 2021 – 72,358 miles
  • 2020 – 72,045 miles
  • 2019 – 71,631 miles
  • 2018 – 70,312 miles
  • 2017 – 69,554 miles
  • 2016 – 68,392 miles
  • 2015 – 67,087 miles
  • 2014 – 66,609 miles
  • 2013 – 66,126 miles
  • 2012 – 65,916 miles
  • 2011 – 65,589 miles
  • 2010 – 64,087 miles
  • 2009 – 61,993 miles
  • 2008 – 58,320 miles
  • 2007 – 54,002 miles
  • 2006 – 48,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,719 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,719 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    73,719 miles
    Test number
    123618956586
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail73,719 miles1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,719 miles
    Test number
    315751963497
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail73,719 miles (+509)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,719 miles
    Test number
    378501712020
    • 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,210 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    73,210 miles
    Test number
    302556281918
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail73,210 miles (+252)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,210 miles
    Test number
    296331011268
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,958 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    72,958 miles
    Test number
    703248828453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail72,958 miles (+600)10 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,958 miles
    Test number
    238544883449
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective lamp half full of water (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working side repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected damaged (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass72,358 miles (+313)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    72,358 miles
    Test number
    123515875681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,045 miles (+414)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,045 miles
    Test number
    158671498218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,631 miles (+1,319)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,631 miles
    Test number
    680186684104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass70,312 miles (+758)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    70,312 miles
    Test number
    614457537583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,554 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,554 miles
    Test number
    559270181453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper marker light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper marker light not working

  13. Fail69,554 miles (+1,162)12 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,554 miles
    Test number
    205736794696
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure above handbrake rod (1.9.2a)
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to excessive smoke (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking Fuel pump (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper marker light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper marker light not working

  14. Pass68,392 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,392 miles
    Test number
    477860484327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,087 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    67,087 miles
    Test number
    639135205233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  16. Fail67,087 miles (+478)10 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,087 miles
    Test number
    759909295124
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  17. Pass66,609 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    66,609 miles
    Test number
    188717434119
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail66,579 miles (+453)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,579 miles
    Test number
    487224334175
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass66,126 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,126 miles
    Test number
    886905133155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Note1 x brake pipe to o/s/f flexi corroding
    • Note2 x brake pipes to n/s/f flexis corroding
    • NoteCorrosion on 2 x front discs
    • NoteSlight play o/s/r top shock mount

  20. Fail66,126 miles (+210)4 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,126 miles
    Test number
    305945433129
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • Note1 x brake pipe to o/s/f flexi corroding
    • Note2 x brake pipes to n/s/f flexis corroding
    • Note2 x rear tyres perishing
    • NoteCorrosion on 2 x front discs
    • NoteSlight play o/s/r top shock mount

  21. Pass65,916 miles (+327)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    65,916 miles
    Test number
    569398632179
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass65,589 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    65,589 miles
    Test number
    577095511127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Note2 x front brake disc pitted

  23. Fail65,589 miles (+1,502)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,589 miles
    Test number
    955075011168
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Note2 x front brake disc pitted

  24. Pass64,087 miles (+2,094)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    64,087 miles
    Test number
    664798810188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,993 miles
    Test number
    540375009100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail61,993 miles (+3,673)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,993 miles
    Test number
    123753909102
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass58,320 miles (+4,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,320 miles
    Test number
    603861828152
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Pass54,002 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    54,002 miles
    Test number
    911610917131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail53,965 miles (+5,217)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,965 miles
    Test number
    160883107183
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureParking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass48,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    48,748 miles
    Test number
    194700346077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LSY 817

What vehicle is registration LSY 817 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show LSY 817 on a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 11 Aug 1993. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does LSY 817 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LSY 817 is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LSY 817?
The MOT on LSY 817 is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LSY 817 done?
LSY 817 was recorded at 73,719 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 1,260 miles a year.
Has LSY 817 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LSY 817 has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LSY 817 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 LSY 817 find?
LSY 817 passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch area; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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