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YX58 DVV

2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown

Blue Diesel 4500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,411 mi
Last recorded46,411 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown97,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX58 DVV
MakeAlexander Dennis
ModelUnknown
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,500cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 46,411 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 37,829 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 29,172 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 22,204 miles

Rear Tyre date code not visible on a tyre fitted to a rear axle of a bus N/R + O/R/O (5.2.3 (n) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 15,764 miles

Nearside Front Air brake cylinder/actuator not excessive but advise adjustment N/F caliper bushes worn, play in it (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Handbrake only 18%. Adjustment or repair required (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension unit modified but function not affected Rear suspension not sitting straight, tilted on one side (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Tyre date code not visible on a tyre fitted to a rear axle of a bus nearside rears (5.2.3 (n) (i))

Tyre date code not visible on a tyre fitted to a rear axle of a bus offside rear outer (5.2.3 (n) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2022 15,741 miles

Entrance/exit door emergency control inoperative Instructions for opening entrance and exit doors missing inside and outside (9.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake valve inadequately mounted Air Dryer only 2 of 3 bolts mounted (1.1.7 (c))

Offside Front Leaf spring with an unsafe modification Draglink touching on leaf spring on left hand lock (5.3.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Air brake cylinder/actuator not excessive but advise adjustment N/F caliper bushes worn, play in it (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Handbrake only 18%. Adjustment or repair required (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension unit modified but function not affected Rear suspension not sitting straight, tilted on one side (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Tyre date code not visible on a tyre fitted to a rear axle of a bus nearside rears (5.2.3 (n) (i))

Tyre date code not visible on a tyre fitted to a rear axle of a bus offside rear outer (5.2.3 (n) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 8,060 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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YX58 DVV is a 2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown in Blue with a 4,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 97,755 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 YX58 DVV, 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 18 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 YX58 DVV registered?

YX58 DVV is a 2008 Alexander Dennis Unknown, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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