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Alvis TD21

Green · Petrol · 1962 · 2,993 cc

296 YPPMOT history

296 YPP is a green petrol Alvis TD21 first used on 1 Sept 1962. Its MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 29,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jun 2025
Mileage
29,389 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
296 YPP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Alvis
Model
TD21
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
1962
First used
1 Sept 1962
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

296 YPP was last recorded at 29,389 miles on 25 Jun 2024, 2,485 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
26,904 miles · 20 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,485 miles
Average per year
1,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 29,389 miles
  • 2023 – 26,904 miles
  • 2022 – 26,207 miles
  • 2019 – 25,415 miles
  • 2017 – 23,615 miles
  • 2015 – 20,923 miles
  • 2014 – 20,504 miles
  • 2013 – 19,425 miles
  • 2012 – 18,220 miles
  • 2011 – 17,524 miles
  • 2010 – 16,032 miles
  • 2009 – 14,970 miles
  • 2008 – 13,102 miles
  • 2007 – 11,097 miles
  • 2006 – 9,497 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,389 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Both front top suspension arm bushes deteriorated.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • OSF brake starting to bind.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • OSR tyre perished.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,389 miles (+2,485)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    29,389 miles
    Test number
    219078279634
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  2. Pass26,904 miles (+697)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    26,904 miles
    Test number
    593117795463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass26,207 miles (+792)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    26,207 miles
    Test number
    909939744963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass25,415 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    25,415 miles
    Test number
    396800836270
    • AdvisoryBoth front top suspension arm bushes deteriorated.

  5. Fail25,413 miles (+1,798)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,413 miles
    Test number
    186067804873
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top suspension arm bushes deteriorated.

  6. Pass23,615 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    23,615 miles
    Test number
    271671588865
    • AdvisoryOSF brake starting to bind.
    • AdvisoryOSR tyre perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  7. Fail23,614 miles (+2,691)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,614 miles
    Test number
    355350521595
    • FailureNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNSR brake damp.
    • AdvisoryOSF brake starting to bind.
    • AdvisoryOSR tyre perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  8. Pass20,923 miles (+419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    20,923 miles
    Test number
    389819701420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering joints

  9. Pass20,504 miles (+5)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    20,504 miles
    Test number
    705731714313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre deteriorated on sidewalls
    • NoteBoth wiper blades smear slightly
    • NoteCorrosion around fuel filler cap
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering box has slight play at pivot point

  10. Fail20,499 miles (+1,074)1 dangerous3 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,499 miles
    Test number
    616853204317
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre deteriorated on sidewalls
    • NoteBoth wiper blades smear slightly
    • NoteCorrosion around fuel filler cap
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSteering box has slight play at pivot point

  11. Pass19,425 miles (+2)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    19,425 miles
    Test number
    295025503377
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished on side walls
    • NoteBoth wipers smear slightly
    • NoteOffside exhaust mount in poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail19,423 miles (+1,203)5 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,423 miles
    Test number
    167441803390
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished on side walls
    • NoteBoth wipers smear slightly
    • NoteOffside exhaust mount in poor condition
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass18,220 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    18,220 miles
    Test number
    127767502315
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing on side walls
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail18,220 miles (+696)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,220 miles
    Test number
    699927602383
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing on side walls
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass17,524 miles (+1,492)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    17,524 miles
    Test number
    465574701425
    • NoteElectrical wiring damaged/contaminated
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/wiper deterated

  16. Pass16,032 miles (+1,062)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    16,032 miles
    Test number
    422625000300
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in steering knuckle

  17. Pass14,970 miles (+1,868)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    14,970 miles
    Test number
    752927709385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass13,102 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    13,102 miles
    Test number
    681072918318
    • NoteHandbrake travel high
    • NoteMajor oil leaks
    • NoteNearside indicator flashes faster than offside but still within spec.

  19. Fail13,102 miles (+2,005)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,102 miles
    Test number
    490882418381
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteHandbrake travel high
    • NoteMajor oil leaks
    • NoteNearside indicator flashes faster than offside but still within spec.

  20. Pass11,097 miles (+1,600)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    11,097 miles
    Test number
    110941197230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,497 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    9,497 miles
    Test number
    474182486266
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteSteering wheel rim slight damage. †slight play steering wheel to colum. †wiper could clear screen better. †

Questions about 296 YPP

What vehicle is registration 296 YPP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 296 YPP on a green petrol Alvis TD21 first used on 1 Sept 1962. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 296 YPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 296 YPP expired on 24 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 296 YPP?
The MOT on 296 YPP expired on 24 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 296 YPP done?
296 YPP was recorded at 29,389 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2024, an average of 1,123 miles a year.
Has 296 YPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 296 YPP has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on 296 YPP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 296 YPP find?
296 YPP passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2024 with 1 advisory: coolant leak.

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