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DSU 181

1987 Alvis TD21

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,177 mi
Last recorded8,177 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSU 181
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2014 8,177 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 8,177 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Clutch master cylinder is leaking

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 7,946 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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DSU 181 is a 1987 Alvis TD21 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DSU 181, 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 39 years old, this Alvis TD21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DSU 181 registered?

DSU 181 is a 1987 Alvis TD21, first registered on 6 April 1987.

Is DSU 181 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSU 181 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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