Sunbeam Alpine

White · Petrol · 1962 · 1,592 cc

XAS 438MOT history

XAS 438 is a white petrol Sunbeam Alpine first used on 4 Oct 1962. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 4,153 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2024
Mileage
4,153 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
XAS 438
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Sunbeam
Model
Alpine
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,592 cc
Year of manufacture
1962
First used
4 Oct 1962
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

XAS 438 was last recorded at 4,153 miles on 25 Jul 2023, 859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 May 2018: 243 miles, lower than 99,755 miles on 23 May 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
3,294 miles · 25 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 4,153 miles
  • 2022 – 3,294 miles
  • 2021 – 2,587 miles
  • 2020 – 1,921 miles
  • 2019 – 1,089 miles
  • 2018 – 243 miles
  • 2017 – 99,755 miles
  • 2016 – 99,755 miles
  • 2015 – 98,066 miles
  • 2014 – 96,938 miles
  • 2013 – 95,824 miles
  • 2012 – 94,813 miles
  • 2011 – 93,266 miles
  • 2010 – 91,080 miles
  • 2007 – 90,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass4,153 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive eng (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007

  • Front passenger seat insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass4,153 miles (+859)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    4,153 miles
    Test number
    321667240092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive eng (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass3,294 miles (+707)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    3,294 miles
    Test number
    360421460897
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass2,587 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    2,587 miles
    Test number
    120946351306
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper sweep not fully reaching left side of screen
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll wheels slight play on spigots

  4. Fail2,587 miles (+666)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,587 miles
    Test number
    365126211830
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper sweep not fully reaching left side of screen
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive g/box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll wheels slight play on spigots

  5. Pass1,921 miles (+832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    1,921 miles
    Test number
    589998101367
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass1,089 miles (+846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    1,089 miles
    Test number
    593620275214
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass243 miles (-99,512)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    243 miles
    Test number
    491674455212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass99,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    99,755 miles
    Test number
    289605116758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,755 miles (+1,689)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    99,755 miles
    Test number
    264355719251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,066 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    98,066 miles
    Test number
    945402835181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,055 miles (+1,117)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,055 miles
    Test number
    575518125173
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass96,938 miles (+1,114)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,938 miles
    Test number
    218448344408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,824 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    95,824 miles
    Test number
    315687333160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,814 miles (+1,001)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,814 miles
    Test number
    687206133141
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass94,813 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    94,813 miles
    Test number
    255848652193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail94,812 miles (+1,546)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,812 miles
    Test number
    857545912189
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass93,266 miles (+2,186)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    93,266 miles
    Test number
    148846611120
    • NoteCoolant leak.

  18. Pass91,080 miles (+352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    91,080 miles
    Test number
    894351530176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass90,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    90,728 miles
    Test number
    401524787156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail90,728 miles (+1)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,728 miles
    Test number
    990024587190
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Fail90,727 miles21 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,727 miles
    Test number
    294013667121
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

Questions about XAS 438

What vehicle is registration XAS 438 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show XAS 438 on a white petrol Sunbeam Alpine first used on 4 Oct 1962. 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 XAS 438 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on XAS 438 expired on 12 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on XAS 438?
The MOT on XAS 438 expired on 12 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has XAS 438 done?
XAS 438 was recorded at 4,153 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2023.
Has XAS 438 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. XAS 438 has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on XAS 438 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 May 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on XAS 438 find?
XAS 438 passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 3 more.

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