CEO956 - LEYLAND PD2/40

MOT: Exempt

GB

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Last updated 8 days ago

The Leyland PD2/40 is a classic double-decker bus model produced by the British manufacturer Leyland Motors during the late 1940s and early 1950s. Often referred to simply as the PD2/40, this vehicle exemplifies post-war British bus design and engineering. Built primarily between 1949 and 1954, the PD2/40 was renowned for its robust construction and distinctive styling, featuring a front-engine layout and a spacious interior suitable for urban transit. Leyland Motors, a prominent name in British commercial vehicle manufacturing, aimed to create reliable and efficient buses to meet growing public transportation needs. The PD2/40's unique features include its powerful engine options and durable chassis, making it a notable model in Leyland’s storied history of bus production.

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Vehicle Overview

Make
LEYLAND
Model
PD2/40
Colour
Blue
Year
1958
First Registered
October 1958
First Used
01 October 1958

Technical Details

Engine Capacity
10000 cc
Engine Size
10000 cc
Fuel Type
Diesel
Wheelplan
NOT RECORDED
Weight
Not available

Environmental Impact

CO2 Emissions
Not available
Euro Status
Not available
Real Driving Emissions
Not available

Status & Compliance

Tax Status
Taxed
Tax Due Date
March 01, 2026
Type Approval
Not available
Last V5C
07/05/2021

Data provided by DVLA

MOT History

Vehicle testing history with 4 MOT tests

The Leyland PD2/40, registration CEO956, is a 1958 diesel vehicle with a blue exterior and a 10,000cc engine. It was first registered in October 1958. The vehicle has a recorded mileage of 56,737 miles and is currently taxed. It was exempt from MOT testing; the latest test was conducted on 24 July 2019, with the expiry date of 23 January 2021. The MOT advisory noted a 30% imbalance in the front axle brake, which was not deemed dangerous. No information on CO2 emissions is available. Overall, the vehicle is presented with a history of mechanical concern regarding the front brakes, and it remains taxed and MOT-exempt.

Understanding MOT Defect Categories

Dangerous Direct and immediate risk to road safety or the environment. Vehicle must not be driven until repaired.
Major May affect safety, environment, or other road users. Repair immediately.
Minor No significant effect on safety but should be repaired as soon as possible.
Advisory Could become more serious in the future. Monitor and repair if necessary.

Total Tests

4

Passed Tests

4

Failed Tests

0

Latest Test

Passed

Passed - 24 July 2019

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 56,737 mi

Expires: 23 January 2021

Advisories: 1

Passed - 05 July 2018

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 55,415 mi

Expires: 04 July 2019

Passed - 24 May 2017

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 53,844 mi

Expires: 23 May 2018

Advisories: 1

Passed - 24 May 2016

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 53,315 mi

Expires: 23 May 2017

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the MOT due for CEO956?

This vehicle is MOT exempt.

What is the tax status of CEO956?

The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 March 2026.

What are the specifications of CEO956?

This is a 1958 LEYLAND PD2/40 in Blue. It runs on Diesel with a 10000cc engine.

What is the environmental impact of CEO956?

Environmental data not available for this vehicle.