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3949 PE

1960 Alvis TD21

Blue Petrol 2921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

10,038 mi
Last recorded10,038 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2017
Typical for 1960 Alvis TD2137,049 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3949 PE
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1960
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,921cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2017 10,038 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Nov 2017 10,036 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jun 2016 9,849 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 9,387 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 8,786 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 7,924 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 6,677 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 6,637 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 5,225 miles

Offside rear brake is sticking slightly

Pass 1 Jul 2010 4,462 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 3,902 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2008 3,871 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

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

Trikes, quads or pre-68 vehicles, service brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2007 3,234 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 2,487 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 2,465 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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3949 PE is a 1960 Alvis TD21 in Blue with a 2,921cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1960 Alvis TD21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 37,049 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 3949 PE, 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 66 years old, this Alvis TD21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 3949 PE registered?

3949 PE is a 1960 Alvis TD21, first registered on 6 May 1960.

Is 3949 PE safe to buy?

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