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VBY 127E

1990 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

76,779 mi
Last recorded76,779 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1990 Sunbeam Alpine62,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBY 127E
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 76,779 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 76,778 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) More than 75mm (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 76,710 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 76,602 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 76,540 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 76,478 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 9 Aug 2014 76,410 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 76,289 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 76,239 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 76,193 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 76,102 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 76,039 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 76,038 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2008 75,979 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 75,833 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 75,657 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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VBY 127E is a 1990 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 62,357 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 VBY 127E, 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 36 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 VBY 127E registered?

VBY 127E is a 1990 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 6 September 1990.

Is VBY 127E safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBY 127E shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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