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FRO 294C

1965 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,655 mi
Last recorded98,655 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine58,348 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRO 294C
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 98,655 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 98,271 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at maniflod (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 98,180 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 98,035 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 97,951 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 97,566 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 97,367 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 97,157 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 96,999 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 96,850 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 96,621 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 96,589 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 96,463 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 96,110 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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FRO 294C is a 1965 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FRO 294C, 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 FRO 294C registered?

FRO 294C is a 1965 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 15 January 1965.

Is FRO 294C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRO 294C shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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