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NMJ 770

1954 Sunbeam Alpine

Maroon Petrol 2267cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,205 mi
Last recorded1,205 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2013
Typical for 1954 Sunbeam Alpine44,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMJ 770
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1954
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,267cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2013 1,205 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 1,148 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 1,148 miles

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 24 Nov 2010 1,126 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Nov 2009 1,089 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 1,029 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 926 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2006 901 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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NMJ 770 is a 1954 Sunbeam Alpine in Maroon with a 2,267cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1954 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 44,968 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 NMJ 770, 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 72 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NMJ 770?

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What year was NMJ 770 registered?

NMJ 770 is a 1954 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 17 December 1954.

Is NMJ 770 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMJ 770 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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