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PCA 555M

1974 Sunbeam Alpine

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,811 mi
Last recorded34,811 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCA 555M
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 34,811 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 34,773 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underbody / suspension components / brake pipes covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened both rear leaf spring rubbers perishing both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 May 2025 34,772 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underbody covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides osr / nsr (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively both rear brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all underbody suspension components covered in underseal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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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PCA 555M is a 1974 Sunbeam Alpine in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PCA 555M, 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 52 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PCA 555M registered?

PCA 555M is a 1974 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 5 March 1974.

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