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Alexander Dennis Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Alexander Dennis Unknown reliable? We analysed 1,796 real MOT tests across 696 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,796 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.7%
Typical Mileage
144,160mi
Annual Mileage
9,856mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
21yrs

The Alexander Dennis Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Alexander Dennis Unknown.

Alexander Dennis Unknown Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Alexander Dennis Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Alexander Dennis Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Alexander Dennis Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.7%
2013
94.7%
2011
83.1%
2010
83.1%
2009
90%
2008
89.7%
2007
83.8%
2006
80.1%
2005

Alexander Dennis Unknown Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Alexander Dennis Unknown fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5

Alexander Dennis Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Alexander Dennis Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,022 mi/yr
Typical
9,856 mi/yr
Average
11,238 mi/yr
Heavy usage
14,916 mi/yr

Alexander Dennis Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Alexander Dennis Unknown year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 96 91.7% 230,996 271,797 308,339
2011 75 94.7% 184,722 410,438 477,576
2010 77 83.1% 162,123 269,432 420,066
2009 213 83.1% 43,168 147,655 279,715
2008 439 90.0% 26,842 97,755 276,158
2007 261 89.7% 33,106 133,389 279,381
2006 271 83.8% 93,196 211,882 434,324
2005 166 80.1% 34,984 97,697 253,662

How Long Does a Alexander Dennis Unknown Last?

Based on 696 Alexander Dennis Unknown vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.7 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
21 years

Alexander Dennis Unknown Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Alexander Dennis Unknown MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
144,160 mi
75th Percentile
311,516 mi
95th Percentile
565,221 mi
Max Recorded
838,393 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Alexander Dennis Unknown

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2011

94.7% MOT pass rate from 75 tests

Year to avoid
2005

80.1% MOT pass rate from 166 tests

The best year to buy a used Alexander Dennis Unknown is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.7% across 75 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Alexander Dennis Unknown Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Alexander Dennis Unknown THIS CAR 87.7% 1,796 144,160 mi 21 yrs
Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto 86.6% 1,205 21,811 mi 15 yrs
Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB 67.4% 912 142,320 mi — yrs
Mondial Hps 125 S E4 74.9% 1,404 3,992 mi — yrs
Volvo XC60 R-design Pro B5 MHEV Auto 88.7% 793 35,866 mi — yrs

Compared to the Maserati Grancabrio Sport Auto (86.6% pass rate) and the Ford Tran Connect 200 D SWB (67.4% pass rate), the Alexander Dennis Unknown outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Alexander Dennis Unknown?

The Alexander Dennis Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 1,796 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is service brake: efficiency below requirements with 5 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

A typical Alexander Dennis Unknown owner drives around 9,856 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Alexander Dennis Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 21 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Alexander Dennis Unknown — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Alexander Dennis Unknown reliable?
Based on 1,796 MOT tests, the Alexander Dennis Unknown has a 87.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Alexander Dennis Unknown?
The most common failure point is service brake: efficiency below requirements.
How many miles does a Alexander Dennis Unknown do per year?
The typical Alexander Dennis Unknown does around 9,856 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Alexander Dennis Unknown last?
Most Alexander Dennis Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 21 years based on our analysis of 696 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Alexander Dennis Unknown?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Alexander Dennis Unknown?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Alexander Dennis Unknown is 2011 with a 94.7% pass rate across 75 tests.