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JSH 185

1963 Alvis TD21

Black Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

9,323 mi
Last recorded9,323 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 1963 Alvis TD2152,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSH 185
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1963
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2023 9,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 8,195 miles

Oil leak ()

under-side of vehicle has been welded and under-sealed

Pass 18 Jan 2016 8,078 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 8,054 miles

Advise oil leak underside

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 7,976 miles

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2013 7,850 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 7,816 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 7,736 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 6,123 miles

Long travel on hand brake

N/S outer sill panel starting to detach

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 4,047 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 1,152 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 98,983 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 97,049 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

all steering & suspension components heavily greased.

Fail 25 Oct 2006 97,049 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 94,658 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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JSH 185 is a 1963 Alvis TD21 in Black with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1963 Alvis TD21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 52,441 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 JSH 185, 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 63 years old, this Alvis TD21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JSH 185 registered?

JSH 185 is a 1963 Alvis TD21, first registered on 1 March 1963.

Is JSH 185 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSH 185 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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