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FKJ 124C

1997 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

3,180 mi
Last recorded3,180 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Sunbeam Alpine10,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKJ 124C
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 3,180 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 2,610 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 2,610 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 2,491 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2014 2,290 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 Apr 2014 2,290 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2013 2,198 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2012 1,945 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 1,895 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 1,754 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 1,685 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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FKJ 124C is a 1997 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 10,831 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 Sunbeam Alpine fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 303 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKJ 124C, 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 29 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FKJ 124C?

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What year was FKJ 124C registered?

FKJ 124C is a 1997 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is FKJ 124C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKJ 124C shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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