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Alvis SPEED25

Silver · Petrol · 1939 · 3,571 cc

DWK 359MOT history

DWK 359 is a silver petrol Alvis SPEED25 first used on 2 Oct 1997. Its MOT expired on 4 Jun 2025 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 60,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jun 2025
Mileage
60,604 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2024
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DWK 359
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Alvis
Model
SPEED25
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,571 cc
Year of manufacture
1939
First used
2 Oct 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

DWK 359 was last recorded at 60,604 miles on 5 Jun 2024, 4,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,940 miles · 20 Feb 2020
Between the last two tests
4,664 miles
Average per year
2,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 60,604 miles
  • 2020 – 55,940 miles
  • 2017 – 48,642 miles
  • 2014 – 36,106 miles
  • 2013 – 31,057 miles
  • 2012 – 27,773 miles
  • 2011 – 23,841 miles
  • 2010 – 22,266 miles
  • 2009 – 20,704 miles
  • 2008 – 19,089 miles
  • 2007 – 19,087 miles
  • 2006 – 18,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,604 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,604 miles (+4,664)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    60,604 miles
    Test number
    786571176156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,940 miles (+7,298)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    55,940 miles
    Test number
    885285109820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass48,642 miles (+12,536)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,642 miles
    Test number
    474663731041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass36,106 miles (+5,049)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    36,106 miles
    Test number
    329865104158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail31,057 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,057 miles
    Test number
    285496833455
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteO/S AND N/S FRONT S/ABSORBER LINK TOP BUSHES HAVE SLIGHT PLAY
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY AT N/S/R WHEEL HUB BEARING

  6. Pass31,057 miles (+3,284)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,057 miles
    Test number
    668396533148
    • NoteO/S AND N/S FRONT S/ABSORBER LINK TOP BUSHES HAVE SLIGHT PLAY
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY AT N/S/R WHEEL HUB BEARING

  7. Pass27,773 miles (+3,932)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    27,773 miles
    Test number
    667482452116
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY AT N/S/R HUB BEARING

  8. Pass23,841 miles (+1,575)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    23,841 miles
    Test number
    706715621111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass22,266 miles (+1,562)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    22,266 miles
    Test number
    111485300177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,704 miles (+1,615)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    20,704 miles
    Test number
    294897549027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,089 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,089 miles
    Test number
    160284508084
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront seats poor fuel pipes and tank damp rear tyres worn close to limit o/s/f tyre worn close to limit various play in steering joints various bushes worn front and rear brake balance could be better

  12. Fail19,087 miles (+769)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,087 miles
    Test number
    464741957489
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteCarbs damp pipes at tank damp o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r tyres low on tread and worn out of shape front and rear brake balance could be better
    • NoteVarious play in steering joints various play in brake joints vatious oil leaks various bushes worn and components corroding

  13. Pass18,318 miles (+1)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    18,318 miles
    Test number
    992313337064
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront and rear brake balance could be better

  14. Fail18,317 miles (+1,785)14 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,317 miles
    Test number
    282315026331
    • FailureBrake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureSteering wheel in a condition likely to injure the driver's hands (2.1.1)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damage but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteGeneral chassis corrosion. †front steering & suspension heavily greased. †engine not starting & running very well. †steam from rad area.

  15. Pass16,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    16,532 miles
    Test number
    404403026199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DWK 359

What vehicle is registration DWK 359 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DWK 359 on a silver petrol Alvis SPEED25 first used on 2 Oct 1997. 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 DWK 359 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on DWK 359 expired on 4 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on DWK 359?
The MOT on DWK 359 expired on 4 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has DWK 359 done?
DWK 359 was recorded at 60,604 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2024, an average of 2,436 miles a year.
Has DWK 359 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DWK 359 has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2013.
Has the mileage on DWK 359 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 DWK 359 find?
DWK 359 passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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