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787 CUV

1978 Alvis TD21

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,215 mi
Last recorded27,215 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2020
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Vehicle Details

Registration787 CUV
MakeAlvis
ModelTD21
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2020 27,215 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 2 Dec 2019 27,208 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2019 27,182 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed inside handle (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2016 27,068 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 26,578 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 26,578 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 26,515 miles

Advise check condition and operation of rear brakes

Pass 1 Jul 2013 26,187 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 24,912 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 18,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 37,999 miles

Advise check condition and operation of offside rear brake

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Note temporary speedometer fitted at time of test

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 13,478 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 11,902 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 11,902 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 4,633 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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787 CUV is a 1978 Alvis TD21 in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 787 CUV, 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 48 years old, this Alvis TD21 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 787 CUV registered?

787 CUV is a 1978 Alvis TD21, first registered on 1 September 1978.

Is 787 CUV safe to buy?

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