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988 UPB

1961 Sunbeam Alpine

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,519 mi
Last recorded45,519 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine55,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration988 UPB
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 45,519 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 45,367 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 45,367 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 45,351 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

N/S/R wing corroded

O/S/R wing corroded

Pass 26 May 2006 44,550 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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988 UPB is a 1961 Sunbeam Alpine in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1961 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 55,260 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 988 UPB, 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 65 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 988 UPB registered?

988 UPB is a 1961 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 1 May 1961.

Is 988 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 988 UPB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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