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TGC 287E

1997 Sunbeam Alpine

Blue Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,730 mi
Last recorded12,730 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Sunbeam Alpine10,831 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGC 287E
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2011 12,730 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 12,730 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 12,538 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 12,538 miles

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)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 11,840 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 8,586 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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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

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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.

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