The road tax status for L495 CTA is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for L495 CTA?

The MOT for L495 CTA is valid and due for renewal on or before 29 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of L495 CTA?

The recorded mileage for L495 CTA is 73,024 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is L495 CTA ULEZ compliant?

No, L495 CTA does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1994 Talbot Express 2.0L Petrol · L495 CTA

L495 CTA

1994 Talbot Express (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29/03/1994. Recorded mileage 73,024 miles. MOT valid until 29/03/2027.

Make & Model: TALBOT EXPRESS
Year / Origin: 1994 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
MOT Status: Valid until 29/03/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 73,024 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 73,024 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1994
Engine: 1971cc

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L495 CTA Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
73,024 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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L495 CTA Mileage History

09/03/202369,674 mi
11/03/202471,105 mi+1,431 mi
12/03/202471,105 mi
10/03/202572,830 mi+1,725 mi
17/03/202673,024 mi+194 mi

Average of roughly 1,108 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

L495 CTA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 12:44

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Talbot Express (L495 CTA) between March 2023 and March 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 17 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.

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