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AVG 242D

1978 Sunbeam Alpine

Green Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,251 mi
Last recorded8,251 miles
Recorded on2 May 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVG 242D
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2007 8,251 miles

intermittent fault on indicator stalk

Fail 20 Apr 2007 8,251 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AVG 242D is a 1978 Sunbeam Alpine in Green with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 AVG 242D, 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 48 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AVG 242D registered?

AVG 242D is a 1978 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 5 April 1978.

Is AVG 242D safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVG 242D shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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