MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
83,954 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Centre Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
How Reliable is the Sunbeam Alpine?
Based on 10,414 MOT tests across 1,264 vehicles.
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166 DRE is a 1954 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1954 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 44,968 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Sunbeam Alpine fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 303 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 166 DRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Sunbeam Alpine typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 72 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was 166 DRE registered?
166 DRE is a 1954 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 17 July 1954.
Is 166 DRE safe to buy?
The MOT history for 166 DRE shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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