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5002 RU

1991 Alvis TD21

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,362 mi
Last recorded13,362 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

Registration5002 RU
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 13,362 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 12,741 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 12,734 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 12,214 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 6,872 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 5,924 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 5,917 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working when side lights on (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Aug 2017 5,842 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 5,422 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 4,665 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 3,670 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 256 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 99,238 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 97,662 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 97,662 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 97,144 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 95,778 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 95,766 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 94,883 miles

Coolant leak

brake pedal long travel

slight play offside steering

Fail 19 Sep 2007 94,825 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

body damage

brake pedal has long travel

general steering wear

offside front spot missing

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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5002 RU is a 1991 Alvis TD21 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 5002 RU, 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 35 years old, this Alvis TD21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 5002 RU registered?

5002 RU is a 1991 Alvis TD21, first registered on 14 March 1991.

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