Armstrong Siddeley

Green · Petrol · 1960 · 3,990 cc

5960 VXMOT history

5960 VX is a green petrol Armstrong Siddeley first used on 15 Jul 1960. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 34,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2025
Mileage
34,379 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5960 VX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Armstrong Siddeley
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
15 Jul 1960
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

5960 VX was last recorded at 34,379 miles on 16 Aug 2024, 407 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Nov 2007: 26,276 miles, lower than 29,431 miles on 31 Aug 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
33,972 miles · 24 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
407 miles
Average per year
275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 34,379 miles
  • 2023 – 33,972 miles
  • 2022 – 33,614 miles
  • 2021 – 33,164 miles
  • 2020 – 32,984 miles
  • 2019 – 32,628 miles
  • 2018 – 32,158 miles
  • 2017 – 31,654 miles
  • 2016 – 31,055 miles
  • 2015 – 30,579 miles
  • 2014 – 30,047 miles
  • 2013 – 29,297 miles
  • 2012 – 28,653 miles
  • 2011 – 27,943 miles
  • 2010 – 27,413 miles
  • 2009 – 26,808 miles
  • 2007 – 26,304 miles
  • 2006 – 29,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,379 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion and underseal on chassis
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Steering idler has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering head bearings has slight free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,379 miles (+407)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    34,379 miles
    Test number
    469260107050
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion and underseal on chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass33,972 miles (+358)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    33,972 miles
    Test number
    926933766421
    • AdvisoryOffside steering idler has free play.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavily under sealed in places (inspection)

  3. Pass33,614 miles (+25)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    33,614 miles
    Test number
    153600037133
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering idler has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

  4. Fail33,589 miles (+425)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,589 miles
    Test number
    866076131891
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering idler has slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

  5. Pass33,164 miles (+180)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    33,164 miles
    Test number
    634469789239
    • AdvisoryOffside slight play in steering idler arm
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to floor pan and sills

  6. Pass32,984 miles (+100)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    32,984 miles
    Test number
    973143062427
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sills
    • AdvisoryRear shocks lower attachment damaged
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  7. Fail32,884 miles (+256)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,884 miles
    Test number
    737310030358
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg by leaf spring mount x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sills
    • AdvisoryRear shocks lower attachment damaged
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  8. Pass32,628 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    32,628 miles
    Test number
    348487351629
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering idler arm

  9. Fail32,619 miles (+461)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,619 miles
    Test number
    121693638122
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower part of shock damaged (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering idler arm

  10. Pass32,158 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    32,158 miles
    Test number
    154392700708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass31,654 miles (+599)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    31,654 miles
    Test number
    715680821783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,055 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,055 miles
    Test number
    447103912821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,579 miles (+532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,579 miles
    Test number
    405783185173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass30,047 miles (+750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,047 miles
    Test number
    676571394118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass29,297 miles (+644)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,297 miles
    Test number
    977171393195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly

  16. Pass28,653 miles (+710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,653 miles
    Test number
    266862332145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass27,943 miles (+52)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,943 miles
    Test number
    216589531187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,891 miles (+478)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,891 miles
    Test number
    706530231113
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass27,413 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,413 miles
    Test number
    163528790029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,404 miles (+596)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,404 miles
    Test number
    451476190090
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass26,808 miles (+504)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,808 miles
    Test number
    440518159052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,304 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,304 miles
    Test number
    431997617311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail26,276 miles (-3,155)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,276 miles
    Test number
    480091817394
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  24. Pass29,431 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    29,431 miles
    Test number
    564443646259
    • NoteN/s lower trunion showing sigs of wear & now requires attension
    • NoteN/s/r chassis corroded by rear road spring front mounting
    • NoteN/s/r shock absorber weaping
    • NoteSlight movement in steering column

  25. Fail29,431 miles2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,431 miles
    Test number
    442333846290
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteN/s lower trunion showing signs of wear
    • NoteN/s/r chassis corroded by rear spring front mounting
    • NoteN/s/r shock absorber weaping
    • NoteSlight movement in top steering column mounting

Questions about 5960 VX

What vehicle is registration 5960 VX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5960 VX on a green petrol Armstrong Siddeley first used on 15 Jul 1960. 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 5960 VX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 5960 VX expired on 23 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 5960 VX?
The MOT on 5960 VX expired on 23 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 5960 VX done?
5960 VX was recorded at 34,379 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2024, an average of 275 miles a year.
Has 5960 VX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5960 VX has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on 5960 VX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Nov 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 5960 VX find?
5960 VX passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2024 with 4 advisories: general corrosion and underseal on chassis; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive various, and 1 more.

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