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229 XUX

2010 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

46,704 mi
Last recorded46,704 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

Registration229 XUX
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 46,704 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2024 46,051 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 45,638 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 44,550 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 43,881 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 43,172 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 May 2015 43,162 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2014 41,498 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 24 May 2013 39,298 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 39,298 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 24 May 2012 37,590 miles

slight play in steering idler

Pass 26 Feb 2011 35,877 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 33,171 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Alpine?

Based on 10,414 MOT tests across 1,264 vehicles.

79.7%
Pass Rate
298
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,264
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 303
brake binding 297
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 269
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 263
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 165
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229 XUX is a 2010 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 229 XUX, 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 16 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 229 XUX?

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What year was 229 XUX registered?

229 XUX is a 2010 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 24 February 2010.

Is 229 XUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 229 XUX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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