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291 FYR

1963 Sunbeam Alpine

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142 mi
Last recorded142 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1963 Sunbeam Alpine44,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration291 FYR
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 142 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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291 FYR is a 1963 Sunbeam Alpine in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 44,937 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 291 FYR, 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 63 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 291 FYR registered?

291 FYR is a 1963 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 21 June 1963.

Is 291 FYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 291 FYR shows 1 test 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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