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LPW 557L

1973 Sunbeam Alpine

White Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

42,705 mi
Last recorded42,705 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 1973 Sunbeam Alpine42,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPW 557L
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 42,705 miles

All rubber items perished

Pass 24 Jul 2014 42,690 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 42,690 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 42,674 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 42,662 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 42,639 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 42,609 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 42,570 miles

Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 May 2008 42,538 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2007 42,503 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

forward edges of inn er sill panels corroded outside prescribed area

rear brake backplates slightly corroded

steering box slightly damp may have seepage of oil

Pass 20 Apr 2006 42,471 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

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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LPW 557L is a 1973 Sunbeam Alpine in White with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 42,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LPW 557L, 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 53 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LPW 557L?

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What year was LPW 557L registered?

LPW 557L is a 1973 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is LPW 557L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPW 557L shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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