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216 UXW

2006 Sunbeam S8

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,586 mi
Last recorded3,586 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration216 UXW
MakeSunbeam
ModelS8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2012 3,586 miles

Front tyre slightly perished

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 3,374 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 3,353 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Jan 2010 3,353 miles

Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2006 3,275 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam S8?

Based on 1,268 MOT tests across 377 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
153
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
377
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 3
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
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216 UXW is a 2006 Sunbeam S8 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam S8 fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 216 UXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 20 years old, this Sunbeam S8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 216 UXW registered?

216 UXW is a 2006 Sunbeam S8, first registered on 1 June 2006.

Is 216 UXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 216 UXW 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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