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52 KPD

1959 Alvis TD21

Blue Petrol 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,645 mi
Last recorded40,645 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1959 Alvis TD2125,527 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration52 KPD
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,993cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 40,645 miles

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

underside covered in under seal

Pass 2 Sep 2019 35,674 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 34,639 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 33,661 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 32,665 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 32,171 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 31,445 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 30,386 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 29,420 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 29,242 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,232 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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52 KPD is a 1959 Alvis TD21 in Blue with a 2,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Alvis TD21 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 25,527 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 52 KPD, 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 67 years old, this Alvis TD21 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 52 KPD registered?

52 KPD is a 1959 Alvis TD21, first registered on 12 May 1959.

Is 52 KPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 52 KPD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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