The road tax status for L973 VCD is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for L973 VCD?

The MOT for L973 VCD is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of L973 VCD?

The recorded mileage for L973 VCD is 87,344 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is L973 VCD ULEZ compliant?

No, L973 VCD 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 1500 D 2.5L Diesel · L973 VCD

L973 VCD

1994 Talbot Express 1500 D (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/07/1994. Recorded mileage 87,344 miles. MOT valid until 15/07/2027.

Make & Model: TALBOT EXPRESS 1500 D
Year / Origin: 1994 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
MOT Status: Valid until 15/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 87,344 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 87,344 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1994
Engine: 2500cc

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L973 VCD Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
87,344 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

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L973 VCD Mileage History

12/07/202485,778 mi
08/07/202585,885 mi+107 mi
11/07/202585,885 mi
09/07/202687,340 mi+1,455 mi
17/07/202687,344 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 778 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

L973 VCD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 09:34

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Talbot Express 1500 D (L973 VCD) between July 2024 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 17 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (9 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 36 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: “Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture insecure (1.1.11 (a))”; “Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure o/s/f and both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced bulb in wrong ? (4.1.4 (a))”.

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