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Talbot Express

White · Diesel · 1993 · 2,498 cc

TDP 900MOT history

TDP 900 is a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 17 Sept 1993. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 90,330 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2024
Mileage
90,330 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2023
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TDP 900
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Talbot
Model
Express
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
17 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

TDP 900 was last recorded at 90,330 miles on 11 Jul 2023, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2008: 58,338 miles, lower than 510,729 miles on 27 Jun 2007.
  • 25 Mar 2019: 83,356 miles, lower than 88,352 miles on 22 Mar 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,282 miles · 21 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
3,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 90,330 miles
  • 2021 – 90,046 miles
  • 2020 – 89,622 miles
  • 2019 – 83,356 miles
  • 2018 – 86,088 miles
  • 2017 – 85,772 miles
  • 2015 – 85,752 miles
  • 2014 – 85,721 miles
  • 2013 – 82,111 miles
  • 2012 – 79,468 miles
  • 2011 – 76,766 miles
  • 2010 – 71,920 miles
  • 2009 – 66,369 miles
  • 2008 – 58,482 miles
  • 2007 – 510,729 miles
  • 2006 – 39,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,330 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.

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Exhaust front pipe leaking slightly.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside and offside outer sills corroded but not within a prescribed area.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside front inner wing has heavy surface corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside front brake pipes corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,330 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,330 miles
    Test number
    724164488251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail90,282 miles (+236)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,282 miles
    Test number
    962034505987
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear pipes from load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass90,046 miles (+424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    90,046 miles
    Test number
    861057374625
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass89,622 miles (+6,266)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,622 miles
    Test number
    631145574589
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear most wheel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front inner wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,356 miles (-4,996)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    83,356 miles
    Test number
    471540727139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail88,352 miles (+4)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,352 miles
    Test number
    535492835482
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding 3rd axle offside brake binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail88,348 miles (+2,260)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,348 miles
    Test number
    612041830782
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front exhaust downpipe corroded holed (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure tail hangar section held by cable ties (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working top marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded both metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted bottom caliper bolt loose showing movement on shaker plates (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side lamps flickering or not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside and offside corrosion underneath step mounting bolts within 15cm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner side of wheel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush 3rd axle bottom shock bush slight movement (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass86,088 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,088 miles
    Test number
    440973678523
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Fail86,082 miles (+310)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,082 miles
    Test number
    822682257662
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass85,772 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    85,772 miles
    Test number
    569101669689
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe leaking slightly.
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sills corroded but not within a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner wing has heavy surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear brake performance low on all wheels.

  11. Fail85,772 miles (+20)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,772 miles
    Test number
    599386740683
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded AXLE 2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe leaking slightly.
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer sills corroded but not within a prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake disc corroded and worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner wing has heavy surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear brake performance low on all wheels.

  12. Pass85,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    85,752 miles
    Test number
    203558510670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,752 miles (+31)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,752 miles
    Test number
    223656687388
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass85,721 miles (+31)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,721 miles
    Test number
    868246094115
    • NoteNearside front brake disc corroded and pitted.

  15. Fail85,690 miles (+3,579)1 dangerous7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,690 miles
    Test number
    219301694441
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc corroded and pitted.
    • NoteService brake performance ONLY 50% the minimum required for and MOT pass.

  16. Pass82,111 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    388592783197
    • NoteCan not see front pads
    • NoteMiddle exhaust rubber snaped but is fully suported by another rubber
    • NoteNearside front lower arm rubber bush deteriated
    • NoteOffsider front lower inner rubber bush deteriated
    • NoteOil leak on bottom of engine
    • NoteRear exhaust is suported by a jublie clip but fully suports the system

  17. Fail82,111 miles (+2,643)3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,111 miles
    Test number
    637632083147
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • NoteCan not see front pads
    • NoteMiddle exhaust rubber snaped but is fully suported by another rubber
    • NoteNearside front lower arm rubber bush deteriated
    • NoteOffsider front lower inner rubber bush deteriated
    • NoteOil leak on bottom of engine
    • NoteRear exhaust is suported by a jublie clip but fully suports the system

  18. Pass79,468 miles (+10)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,468 miles
    Test number
    425612792185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteClutch pedle rubber missing
    • NoteN/s/r high level side light out

  19. Fail79,458 miles (+2,692)9 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,458 miles
    Test number
    799074582111
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteClutch pedle rubber missing
    • NoteN/s/r high level side light out

  20. Pass76,766 miles (+69)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,766 miles
    Test number
    396669491106
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCannot see front brake pads

  21. Fail76,697 miles (+4,777)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,697 miles
    Test number
    838795791108
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCannot see front brake pads

  22. Pass71,920 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,920 miles
    Test number
    230659880193
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Fail71,920 miles (+5,551)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,920 miles
    Test number
    861058480194
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass66,369 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    66,369 miles
    Test number
    431635499189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail66,297 miles (+7,815)2 dangerous10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,297 miles
    Test number
    911921299133
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousFront discs badly pitted and corroded
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCannot see front pads

  26. Pass58,482 miles (+144)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    58,482 miles
    Test number
    253964698431
    • NoteFront discs rusty
    • NoteNearside front c.v boot perished

  27. Fail58,338 miles (-452,391)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,338 miles
    Test number
    352970998181
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront discs rusty
    • NoteNearside front c.v boot perished

  28. Pass510,729 miles (+471,661)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    510,729 miles
    Test number
    903878977167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass39,068 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    39,068 miles
    Test number
    411034176151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront exhaust mounts cracking

Questions about TDP 900

What vehicle is registration TDP 900 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TDP 900 on a white diesel Talbot Express first used on 17 Sept 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 TDP 900 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on TDP 900 expired on 10 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on TDP 900?
The MOT on TDP 900 expired on 10 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has TDP 900 done?
TDP 900 was recorded at 90,330 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2023, an average of 3,007 miles a year.
Has TDP 900 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TDP 900 has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on TDP 900 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 8 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on TDP 900 find?
TDP 900 passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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