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KSU 157

1988 Sunbeam Alpine

Blue Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

50,765 mi
Last recorded50,765 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Sunbeam Alpine70,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKSU 157
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 50,765 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 49,207 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 47,292 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2023 47,181 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play nut loose marked in white (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired leaf spring mounting front o/s/r/spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front jacking point corroded

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

Pass 24 May 2022 44,922 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 44,852 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 43,773 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2018 42,065 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2017 39,742 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 38,996 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 37,068 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2013 37,182 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 94,781 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 92,937 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 92,554 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 92,457 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 91,827 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 91,093 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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KSU 157 is a 1988 Sunbeam Alpine in Blue with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 70,908 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 KSU 157, 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 38 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KSU 157 registered?

KSU 157 is a 1988 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 17 May 1988.

Is KSU 157 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KSU 157 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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