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887 CYK

1961 Alvis TD21

Gold Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,696 mi
Last recorded8,696 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2019
Typical for 1961 Alvis TD2122,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration887 CYK
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1961
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2019 8,696 miles

Central Front Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 31 May 2007 8,613 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 8,298 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 8,298 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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887 CYK is a 1961 Alvis TD21 in Gold with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1961 Alvis TD21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 22,628 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 887 CYK, 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 65 years old, this Alvis TD21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 887 CYK registered?

887 CYK is a 1961 Alvis TD21, first registered on 1 December 1961.

Is 887 CYK safe to buy?

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