TV8700 - ALVIS SPEED TWENTY
MOT: ExemptGB
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The Alvis Speed Twenty, often referred to simply as the Speed Twenty, is a distinguished classic car produced by the British manufacturer Alvis between 1932 and 1938. Renowned for its elegant design and engineering excellence, the Speed Twenty exemplifies Alvis’s reputation for quality craftsmanship and innovative automotive technology. Manufactured during a period of significant technological advancement, this model features a robust 2.8-litre engine and a refined chassis, making it a sought-after collector’s item today. Its combination of performance, style, and durability highlights Alvis’s commitment to producing vehicles that balance luxury with reliability, cementing the Speed Twenty’s place in British motoring history.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 14 MOT tests
The vehicle is an Alvis Speed Twenty, registered as TV8700, manufactured in 1933 with its first registration in June 1933. It features a green exterior and a 2,511cc petrol engine. The car is MOT exempt and was last tested on 18 November 2022, with the MOT valid until 17 November 2023. It has recorded a mileage of 9,334 miles and is currently taxed. No advisory notes were issued during the latest MOT test. The vehicle's CO2 emissions are not specified.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
14
Passed Tests
10
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 18 November 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,334 mi
Expires: 17 November 2023
Failed - 15 September 2022 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,226 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
- Dangerous Nearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Horn not working (7.7 (a))
- Major Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Major Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 07 January 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,221 mi
Expires: 06 January 2015
Passed - 08 August 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,096 mi
Expires: 07 August 2014
Passed - 29 May 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,140 mi
Expires: 28 May 2013
Passed - 25 May 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,129 mi
Expires: 24 May 2012
Passed - 28 January 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,121 mi
Expires: 24 February 2011
Passed - 25 February 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,028 mi
Expires: 24 February 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
- Advisory Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
- Advisory Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Failed - 28 January 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,027 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Brake pedal has excessive side movement indicating a badly worn bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
- Major Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
- Major Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
- Major Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- Major Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- Major Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
- Major Offside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
- Major Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)
- Advisory Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
Passed - 12 October 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 7,832 mi
Expires: 11 October 2008
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)
- Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Advisory Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Failed - 16 August 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 7,832 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Major Nearside Front suspension retaining device missing (2.5.A.4)
- Major Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- Major Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- Major Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- Major Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- Major Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- Major Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- Major Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
- Major Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
Failed - 27 June 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,261 mi
Passed - 27 June 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 78,261 mi
Expires: 26 June 2008
Passed - 30 May 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 7,809 mi
Expires: 29 May 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for TV8700?
This vehicle is MOT exempt.
What is the tax status of TV8700?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 December 2025.
What are the specifications of TV8700?
This is a 1933 ALVIS SPEED TWENTY in Green. It runs on Petrol with a 2511cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of TV8700?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.