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CSL 517

1980 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

96,379 mi
Last recorded96,379 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSL 517
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2018 96,379 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 96,303 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 95,425 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 95,086 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 94,477 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 93,460 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 92,856 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 91,423 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 91,133 miles

offside rear hub seal leaking

stearing on full lock fouling fuel hose

Fail 31 Oct 2009 91,128 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

offside rear hub seal leaking

runout to nearside rear brake drum

stearing on full lock fouling fuel house

Pass 24 Oct 2008 90,815 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 90,644 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 90,641 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2006 90,115 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

slight oil leak from offside rear hub

some pitting to front brake discs

Pass 28 Oct 2005 89,960 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2005 89,960 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

offside rear hub leaking gear oil

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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CSL 517 is a 1980 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CSL 517, 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 46 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CSL 517 registered?

CSL 517 is a 1980 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 4 January 1980.

Is CSL 517 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSL 517 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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