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XTP 493

1961 Sunbeam Alpine

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2019
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

53,387 mi
Last recorded53,387 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2018
Typical for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine55,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTP 493
MakeSunbeam
ModelAlpine
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2018 53,387 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 52,610 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 51,807 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 51,088 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 51,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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XTP 493 is a 1961 Sunbeam Alpine in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1961 Sunbeam Alpine models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 55,260 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 XTP 493, 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 65 years old, this Sunbeam Alpine is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XTP 493 registered?

XTP 493 is a 1961 Sunbeam Alpine, first registered on 1 June 1961.

Is XTP 493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTP 493 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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