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XFO 515

1996 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

72,624 mi
Last recorded72,624 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFO 515
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 72,624 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 72,568 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 72,542 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 72,385 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 71,656 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 71,615 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 71,598 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 71,220 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 70,919 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 70,918 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 70,795 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 68,521 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 68,481 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 68,454 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 67,855 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 67,361 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 67,334 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 66,620 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 66,384 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 65,764 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 65,625 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 Aug 2005 64,662 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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XFO 515 is a 1996 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 XFO 515, 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 30 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 XFO 515?

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What year was XFO 515 registered?

XFO 515 is a 1996 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 7 June 1996.

Is XFO 515 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFO 515 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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