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Alvis 12/60

Blue and Blue · Petrol · 1931 · 1,645 cc

GP 8243MOT history

GP 8243 is a blue and blue petrol Alvis 12/60 first used on 1 Jan 1931. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 8,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2026
Mileage
8,212 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2025
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
GP 8243
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Alvis
Model
12/60
Colour
Blue and Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,645 cc
Year of manufacture
1931
First used
1 Jan 1931
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
1 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

GP 8243 was last recorded at 8,212 miles on 1 May 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
8,202 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 8,212 miles
  • 2014 – 6,295 miles
  • 2011 – 5,631 miles
  • 2010 – 5,301 miles
  • 2009 – 4,960 miles
  • 2008 – 4,617 miles
  • 2007 – 4,383 miles
  • 2006 – 4,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass8,212 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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008

  • Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008

  • Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

14 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass8,212 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    8,212 miles
    Test number
    844512785936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail8,202 miles (+1,907)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,202 miles
    Test number
    138334697736
    • MajorNearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass6,295 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    6,295 miles
    Test number
    335607144227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail6,292 miles (+661)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,292 miles
    Test number
    358706444252
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  5. Pass5,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    5,631 miles
    Test number
    386546691172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail5,631 miles (+330)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,631 miles
    Test number
    548736791161
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  7. Pass5,301 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    5,301 miles
    Test number
    601201810243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass4,960 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    4,960 miles
    Test number
    640028119298
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSmell of fuel tank poor.slight play center brake bar.play in various steering joints.o/s/f tyre cut inner sidewall.

  9. Fail4,959 miles (+342)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,959 miles
    Test number
    961623989119
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSmell of fuel.petrol tank poor.play in center brake bar.play in various steering joints.all leaf springs worn.o/s/f tyre cut on inner sidewall.

  10. Pass4,617 miles (+1)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    4,617 miles
    Test number
    312815308452
    • AdvisoryAxle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres worn n/s/f tyre nailed
    • NoteSideplay in footbrake pedal play in center brake bar various play in steering joints o/s/f tyre cut in inner sidewall advise replacement

  11. Fail4,616 miles (+2)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,616 miles
    Test number
    422674308235
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryAxle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres worn n/s/f tyre nailed
    • NoteSideplay in footbrake pedal play in center brake bar various play in steering joints o/s/f tyre cut in inner sidewall advise replacement

  12. Fail4,614 miles (+231)10 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,614 miles
    Test number
    283512988459
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres worn n/s/f tyre nailed
    • NoteSideplay in brake pedal play in center brake bar indicators fast exhaust broken at manifold play in various steering joints o/s/f tyre inner sidewall cut advise replacement

  13. Pass4,383 miles (+352)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    4,383 miles
    Test number
    534952537164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass4,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    4,031 miles
    Test number
    760159246039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about GP 8243

What vehicle is registration GP 8243 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show GP 8243 on a blue and blue petrol Alvis 12/60 first used on 1 Jan 1931. 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 GP 8243 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on GP 8243 expired on 30 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on GP 8243?
The MOT on GP 8243 expired on 30 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has GP 8243 done?
GP 8243 was recorded at 8,212 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2025, an average of 218 miles a year.
Has GP 8243 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GP 8243 has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on GP 8243 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 GP 8243 find?
GP 8243 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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