MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
12,730 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Sunbeam Alpine?
Based on 10,414 MOT tests across 1,264 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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TGC 287E is a 1997 Sunbeam Alpine in Blue with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 TGC 287E, 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 TGC 287E?
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What year was TGC 287E registered?
TGC 287E is a 1997 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 12 May 1997.
Is TGC 287E safe to buy?
The MOT history for TGC 287E shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does TGC 287E have outstanding finance?
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