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VYY 138E

1993 Chrysler Sunbeam

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

98,277 mi
Last recorded98,277 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYY 138E
MakeChrysler
ModelSunbeam
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 98,277 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine / gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 95,039 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 91,801 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 88,804 miles

Nearside Rear back plate very slightly damp

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

Pass 8 Feb 2020 88,383 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 12 Oct 2019 88,377 miles

Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 May 2017 88,349 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 21 Apr 2016 87,897 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear rubber fuel hose in poor condition but not leaking.

Fail 16 Apr 2016 87,895 miles

Offside Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

rear rubber fuel hose in poor condition but not leaking.

Pass 20 Sep 2014 87,089 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 20 Sep 2014 87,089 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 9 May 2013 85,790 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 85,788 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

hand brake adjustment required at wheels

Pass 4 May 2012 84,869 miles

battery cable through chassis inssulation required

o/s/f brake hose twisted

Pass 5 Mar 2011 84,052 miles

off side front brake hose close to suspension

Pass 5 Oct 2009 83,884 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 83,882 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 82,888 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 82,805 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 81,857 miles

o/s/f flex brake pipe starting to deteriate slightly

slight n/s/f and o/s/f brake run out

How Reliable is the Chrysler Sunbeam?

Based on 659 MOT tests across 132 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
498
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
132
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 12
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 9
Headlamp aim too low 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
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VYY 138E is a 1993 Chrysler Sunbeam in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Chrysler Sunbeam fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VYY 138E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler Sunbeam typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 33 years old, this Chrysler Sunbeam is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VYY 138E registered?

VYY 138E is a 1993 Chrysler Sunbeam, first registered on 19 July 1993.

Is VYY 138E safe to buy?

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