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CMV 297T

1979 Chrysler Sunbeam

White Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,018 mi
Last recorded55,018 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam51,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMV 297T
MakeChrysler
ModelSunbeam
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2019 55,018 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front accident damage to door

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

vehicle has been stood

Pass 13 Dec 2016 54,823 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 6 May 2015 54,009 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

slight underboddy corrosion

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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CMV 297T is a 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam in White with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 51,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CMV 297T, 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 47 years old, this Chrysler Sunbeam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CMV 297T registered?

CMV 297T is a 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam, first registered on 23 April 1979.

Is CMV 297T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMV 297T shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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