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Alvis TD21

Grey · Petrol · 1960 · 2,993 cc

YVC 452MOT history

YVC 452 is a grey petrol Alvis TD21 first used on 1 Jan 1960. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 71,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
71,483 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YVC 452
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Alvis
Model
TD21
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
1 Jan 1960
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

YVC 452 was last recorded at 71,483 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,473 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,483 miles
  • 2018 – 69,528 miles
  • 2017 – 68,955 miles
  • 2016 – 68,942 miles
  • 2015 – 67,637 miles
  • 2014 – 67,311 miles
  • 2012 – 66,860 miles
  • 2011 – 66,243 miles
  • 2010 – 65,759 miles
  • 2008 – 64,949 miles
  • 2007 – 63,671 miles
  • 2006 – 62,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,483 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.

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,483 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    71,483 miles
    Test number
    533823251491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail71,473 miles (+1,945)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,473 miles
    Test number
    641720724223
    • MajorNearside Front Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting engine mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear spring worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass69,528 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    69,528 miles
    Test number
    726060683976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail69,527 miles (+572)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,527 miles
    Test number
    319978137552
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass68,955 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    68,955 miles
    Test number
    148471849794
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  6. Fail68,942 miles (+1,305)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,942 miles
    Test number
    494760098869
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

  7. Pass67,637 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    67,637 miles
    Test number
    500337274160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,630 miles (+162)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,630 miles
    Test number
    590172999885
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both (7.1.2)

  9. Pass67,468 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    67,468 miles
    Test number
    708980895086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,311 miles (+451)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,311 miles
    Test number
    357498194004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,860 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    66,860 miles
    Test number
    457402542397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,832 miles (+211)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,832 miles
    Test number
    565322382240
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass66,621 miles (+378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    66,621 miles
    Test number
    917014012131
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass66,243 miles (+484)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    66,243 miles
    Test number
    285149921409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,759 miles (+810)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,759 miles
    Test number
    832453210181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,949 miles (+2)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    64,949 miles
    Test number
    213900848423
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteMain beam switch poor various play in steering joints o/s/f chassis poor
    • NoteN/s/r inner sill and body mounting corroded various minor oil leaks smell of fuel
    • NoteO/s washer jet poor aim various underbody corrosion various components corroding various bushes worn sideplay in foot and hand brake

  17. Fail64,947 miles (+1,276)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,947 miles
    Test number
    820611828134
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.6.G.1a)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r inner sill and body mounting corroded rear brake balance could be better
    • NoteSideplay in hand brake lever sideplay in footbrake pedal main beam switch poor both front seatbelts twisted n/s/f seat poor front sidelamps bright
    • NoteVarious underbody corrosion various components corroded various bushes wornvarious play in steering joints o/s/f chassis poor rear cross member corroded

  18. Pass63,671 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    63,671 miles
    Test number
    132108857470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,905 miles (+1,114)9 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,905 miles
    Test number
    301544236426
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear diff noisey rear brake alance poor front brake balance poor no rear bumper fitted
    • NoteSideplay in handbrake lever play in various steering joints sidelamps very bright chassis heavily repaired and under sealed suspect twisted

  20. Pass61,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    61,791 miles
    Test number
    923910966063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,791 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,791 miles
    Test number
    304960366069
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Questions about YVC 452

What vehicle is registration YVC 452 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YVC 452 on a grey petrol Alvis TD21 first used on 1 Jan 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 YVC 452 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YVC 452 is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on YVC 452?
The MOT on YVC 452 is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YVC 452 done?
YVC 452 was recorded at 71,483 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 475 miles a year.
Has YVC 452 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YVC 452 has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on YVC 452 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 YVC 452 find?
YVC 452 passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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