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FNO 144T

1979 Chrysler Sunbeam

Blue Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,613 mi
Last recorded11,613 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2008
Typical for 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam51,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNO 144T
MakeChrysler
ModelSunbeam
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2008 11,613 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 11,590 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 10,846 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 10,239 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 10,239 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside track rod end gaitor split

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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FNO 144T is a 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam in Blue with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FNO 144T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FNO 144T?

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What year was FNO 144T registered?

FNO 144T is a 1979 Chrysler Sunbeam, first registered on 2 April 1979.

Is FNO 144T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNO 144T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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