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BUT 654T

1979 Chrysler Sunbeam

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,180 mi
Last recorded49,180 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam51,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUT 654T
MakeChrysler
ModelSunbeam
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 49,180 miles

General under body covered in underseal

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2020 48,787 miles

General suspension components slight corrosion

General underfloor covered in under-seal

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2016 48,745 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 48,745 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside & nearside (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 48,673 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 47,326 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler Sunbeam?

Based on 659 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
498
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 12
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 9
Headlamp aim too low 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
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BUT 654T is a 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 51,212 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Chrysler Sunbeam fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BUT 654T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Sunbeam typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Chrysler Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BUT 654T registered?

BUT 654T is a 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is BUT 654T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUT 654T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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