1966 ALVIS TF213.0L Petrol

The vehicle is currently recorded as failed in the most recent MOT on 5 November 2021 at 92,608 miles, with multiple structural and safety items marked as non‑compliant. After a decade of clean passes, the sudden appearance of significant corrosion, compromised suspension components and lighting faults indicates a deteriorating maintenance trend rather than a stable one. Mileage has risen only 7,604 miles between the 5 May 2006 test at 75,403 miles and the 5 November 2021 test at 92,608 miles, averaging roughly 1,500 miles per year for a 60‑year‑old car. The record shows no mileage increase since the 2021 test, suggesting the vehicle has been largely stationary for the past five years. No rapid accumulation points appear; the low, consistent mileage points to limited use rather than neglect of routine service intervals. A prospective buyer should focus on the areas repeatedly flagged. Verify the extent of nearside front structural corrosion and confirm whether the chassis rigidity has been restored; inspect the nearside rear exhaust mounting and both leaf‑spring shackle bushes for wear or fatigue. Examine the upper suspension arm pins and bushes for movement, and assess the steering wheel rim for cracks that could compromise control. Check the battery carrier for secure mounting, the seat‑belt buckle for integrity, and both headlamp and registration‑plate lamps for proper operation. Finally, confirm that the rear braking system is leak‑free, that parking‑brake effort meets requirements, and that the off‑side front wheel bearing shows no excessive play. A thorough in‑person inspection of these items will determine whether the vehicle can be returned to a road‑worthy condition.