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289 BGN

1961 Alvis TD21

White Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

36,490 mi
Last recorded36,490 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 1961 Alvis TD2122,628 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration289 BGN
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 36,490 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 34,934 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 34,082 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 33,041 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 31,511 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 30,013 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2013 28,722 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 27,790 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2011 26,839 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Sep 2010 25,673 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Sep 2010 25,072 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2009 22,917 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Oil leak

p/s seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Sep 2008 213,315 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 20,683 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 19,458 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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289 BGN is a 1961 Alvis TD21 in White with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 289 BGN, 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 289 BGN registered?

289 BGN is a 1961 Alvis TD21, first registered on 7 March 1961.

Is 289 BGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 289 BGN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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