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278 OTB

1960 Alvis TD21

Green Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

1,842 mi
Last recorded1,842 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 1960 Alvis TD2137,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration278 OTB
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2024 1,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

both front tyres starting to wear inner edge

knocking sound from steering box no play found

Pass 17 Aug 2023 1,837 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light broken (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 1,830 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 1,812 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 1,812 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 1,806 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 1,796 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Slight play in steering idler

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 1,769 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 1,769 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fractured 2 spokes broken (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2017 1,753 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 1,753 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Braking system leaking master cylinder (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 1,708 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 1,686 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 1,686 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 1,647 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 1,592 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 1,531 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 1,531 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2010 1,464 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 1,455 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Fail 21 Oct 2009 1,404 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 1,404 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 1,300 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 1,299 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 1,199 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 1,199 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 1,090 miles

How Reliable is the Alvis TD21?

Based on 1,874 MOT tests across 175 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
370
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
175
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 66
Stop lamp not working 34
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 29
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 28
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 27
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278 OTB is a 1960 Alvis TD21 in Green with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

Across all 1960 Alvis TD21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 37,049 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Alvis TD21 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 278 OTB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alvis TD21 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 66 years old, this Alvis TD21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 278 OTB registered?

278 OTB is a 1960 Alvis TD21, first registered on 11 May 1960.

Is 278 OTB safe to buy?

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