Sunbeam Alpine

Blue · Petrol · 1961 · 1,600 cc

4642 FDMOT history

4642 FD is a blue petrol Sunbeam Alpine first used on 25 Jul 1961. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 65,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
65,834 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
4642 FD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Sunbeam
Model
Alpine
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
25 Jul 1961
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

4642 FD was last recorded at 65,834 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,819 miles · 7 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,834 miles
  • 2025 – 65,664 miles
  • 2024 – 65,642 miles
  • 2023 – 65,595 miles
  • 2019 – 65,245 miles
  • 2017 – 65,019 miles
  • 2016 – 64,733 miles
  • 2015 – 63,984 miles
  • 2013 – 61,773 miles
  • 2012 – 61,233 miles
  • 2011 – 60,154 miles
  • 2010 – 59,142 miles
  • 2009 – 59,119 miles
  • 2008 – 59,105 miles
  • 2006 – 59,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,834 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2026

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,834 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    65,834 miles
    Test number
    875280842130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass65,819 miles (+155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    65,819 miles
    Test number
    682826433042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass65,664 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    65,664 miles
    Test number
    959013240197
    • AdvisorySlight bind both rear brakes

  4. Pass65,642 miles (+47)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    65,642 miles
    Test number
    635649629149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass65,595 miles (+350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    65,595 miles
    Test number
    583417336071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trunion (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass65,245 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,245 miles
    Test number
    282356016733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail65,241 miles (+222)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,241 miles
    Test number
    596628088301
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  8. Pass65,019 miles (+286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,019 miles
    Test number
    409906107541
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Pass64,733 miles (+749)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,733 miles
    Test number
    295664441209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,984 miles (+2,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    63,984 miles
    Test number
    806316555120
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass61,773 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,773 miles
    Test number
    979426253102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,233 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,233 miles
    Test number
    968607762104
    • NoteEngine/gearbox oil leaks
    • NoteLeak steering box
    • NoteOil leak offside rear wheel area

  13. Fail61,233 miles (+1,079)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,233 miles
    Test number
    455227862179
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox oil leaks
    • NoteLeak steering box
    • NoteOil leak offside rear wheel area

  14. Pass60,154 miles (+1,012)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    60,154 miles
    Test number
    899231261180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,142 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    59,142 miles
    Test number
    220812560473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,119 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,119 miles
    Test number
    453783779140
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  17. Pass59,119 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    59,119 miles
    Test number
    522623779184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,105 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    59,105 miles
    Test number
    211769158020
    • Note1:Some play in OS & NS lower trunions. 2:OS & NS halfshaft seals leaking oil. 3:OSR suspension lef spring weak. 4:Clutch slave cylinder seaping fluid. 5:various oil leaks.

  19. Fail59,105 miles (+16)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,105 miles
    Test number
    194448458065
    • FailureNearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Note1:Some play in OS & NS lower trunions. 2:OS & NS halfshaft seals leaking oil. 3:OSR suspension lef spring weak. 4:Clutch slave cylinder seaping fluid. 5:various oil leaks.

  20. Pass59,089 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    59,089 miles
    Test number
    611293936325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail59,080 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,080 miles
    Test number
    382940726414
    • FailureNearside Inner Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteSome lift in o/s and n/s lower trunnions.

Questions about 4642 FD

What vehicle is registration 4642 FD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 4642 FD on a blue petrol Sunbeam Alpine first used on 25 Jul 1961. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 4642 FD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 4642 FD is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on 4642 FD?
The MOT on 4642 FD is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 4642 FD done?
4642 FD was recorded at 65,834 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 335 miles a year.
Has 4642 FD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 4642 FD has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on 4642 FD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 4642 FD find?
4642 FD passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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