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FFH 470C

1965 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

16,003 mi
Last recorded16,003 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine58,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFFH 470C
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 16,003 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 16,003 miles

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 16,000 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 15,717 miles

Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 20 Apr 2016 15,687 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 15,413 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 17 Apr 2014 14,999 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 14,997 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 14,680 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 14,552 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 14,233 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 13,875 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 13,674 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 13,394 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 13,389 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 12,920 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 12,567 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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FFH 470C is a 1965 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1965 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 58,348 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 FFH 470C, 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 61 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 FFH 470C registered?

FFH 470C is a 1965 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 1 November 1965.

Is FFH 470C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FFH 470C shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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