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DS51 NDR

2009 Alexander Dennis Unknown

White Diesel 4500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

457,559 mi
Last recorded457,559 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Alexander Dennis Unknown147,655 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS51 NDR
MakeAlexander Dennis
ModelUnknown
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 457,559 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 442,194 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Drag link font ball end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess Loom rubbing on air bag (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 442,127 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Brake valve inadequately mounted one of three mounting bolts missing from air dryer (1.1.7 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts Rubbing on hot heat shield (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Drag link font ball end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Position lamp insecure Lamp not fully Secure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Rubber blade not fully secure in metal at one end (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured on side of engine by oil filter (4.11 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess Loom rubbing on air bag (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 441,066 miles

How Reliable is the Alexander Dennis Unknown?

Based on 1,796 MOT tests across 696 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
9,856
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
696
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 5
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DS51 NDR is a 2009 Alexander Dennis Unknown in White with a 4,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Alexander Dennis Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 147,655 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 Alexander Dennis Unknown fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS51 NDR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Alexander Dennis Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Alexander Dennis Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DS51 NDR registered?

DS51 NDR is a 2009 Alexander Dennis Unknown, first registered on 2 July 2009.

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