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EWE 717C

1965 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,288 mi
Last recorded60,288 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Alpine58,348 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWE 717C
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 60,288 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 58,664 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Jun 2016 58,081 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 57,536 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Jun 2015 57,534 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 57,099 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2013 56,746 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

n/s washer jet poor

Pass 7 Jun 2013 56,746 miles

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

n/s washer jet poor

Pass 25 May 2012 54,571 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 25 May 2012 54,571 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 17 May 2011 53,979 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 53,977 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 53,551 miles

main beam only works on stalk not on floor switch

Pass 25 Jul 2008 53,265 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 52,679 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2006 51,975 miles

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

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

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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EWE 717C is a 1965 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1965 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 58,348 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EWE 717C, 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 61 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EWE 717C?

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What year was EWE 717C registered?

EWE 717C is a 1965 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 1 February 1965.

Is EWE 717C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWE 717C shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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