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Talbot Express

White · Petrol · 1995 · 1,971 cc

M353 PKLMOT history

M353 PKL is a white petrol Talbot Express first used on 7 Feb 1995. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 51,540 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
51,540 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
949 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M353 PKL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,971 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
7 Feb 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M353 PKL was last recorded at 51,540 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,059 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
481 miles
Average per year
949 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,540 miles
  • 2025 – 51,059 miles
  • 2024 – 50,906 miles
  • 2023 – 50,245 miles
  • 2022 – 50,036 miles
  • 2019 – 49,995 miles
  • 2018 – 49,296 miles
  • 2017 – 48,663 miles
  • 2016 – 47,916 miles
  • 2015 – 47,759 miles
  • 2014 – 47,324 miles
  • 2013 – 46,110 miles
  • 2012 – 45,856 miles
  • 2011 – 44,834 miles
  • 2010 – 42,674 miles
  • 2009 – 40,635 miles
  • 2008 – 38,367 miles
  • 2007 – 34,717 miles
  • 2006 – 32,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,540 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,540 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    51,540 miles
    Test number
    962597903675
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail51,540 miles (+481)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,540 miles
    Test number
    953801063650
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass51,059 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    51,059 miles
    Test number
    533641892784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail51,037 miles (+131)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,037 miles
    Test number
    538499721187
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin or bush excessively worn spring catches wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass50,906 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,906 miles
    Test number
    303230729490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,245 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    50,245 miles
    Test number
    284875950705
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail50,245 miles (+209)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,245 miles
    Test number
    241712240904
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass50,036 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    50,036 miles
    Test number
    670336628863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass49,995 miles (+699)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    49,995 miles
    Test number
    560459564695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,296 miles (+633)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,296 miles
    Test number
    976035858829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,663 miles (+747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    48,663 miles
    Test number
    407231757758
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass47,916 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,916 miles
    Test number
    325584501351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,759 miles (+435)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,759 miles
    Test number
    648077575043
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteDamp in ns headlamp
    • NoteRear upper shocker rubbers perished

  14. Pass47,324 miles (+1,214)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,324 miles
    Test number
    667318474060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,110 miles (+254)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,110 miles
    Test number
    349500683077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,856 miles (+1,022)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,856 miles
    Test number
    808750482073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,834 miles (+2,160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,834 miles
    Test number
    145321481050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

  18. Pass42,674 miles (+2,039)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    42,674 miles
    Test number
    830721070015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,635 miles (+2,268)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,635 miles
    Test number
    980949569061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,367 miles (+3,650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,367 miles
    Test number
    744483978073
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

  21. Pass34,717 miles (+2,494)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,717 miles
    Test number
    674225677002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,223 miles
    Test number
    442966276026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M353 PKL

Does M353 PKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M353 PKL is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on M353 PKL?
The MOT on M353 PKL is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M353 PKL done?
M353 PKL was recorded at 51,540 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 949 miles a year.
Has M353 PKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M353 PKL has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on M353 PKL 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 M353 PKL find?
M353 PKL passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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