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FDH 975C

1989 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

83,691 mi
Last recorded83,691 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDH 975C
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2014 83,691 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 83,385 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 83,054 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 82,828 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 82,822 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front floor corroded in non mot area

Pass 8 Apr 2010 82,604 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 82,233 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 81,905 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 81,382 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 80,843 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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FDH 975C is a 1989 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FDH 975C, 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 37 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FDH 975C?

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What year was FDH 975C registered?

FDH 975C is a 1989 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 19 October 1989.

Is FDH 975C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDH 975C shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FDH 975C have outstanding finance?

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