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258 ELY

1999 Sunbeam Rapier

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

86,566 mi
Last recorded86,566 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2016
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Vehicle Details

Registration258 ELY
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2016 86,566 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 86,566 miles

Front Upper Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 85,326 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 84,536 miles

Play in nearside inner track rod end ball joint

Pass 7 Aug 2013 84,013 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 83,709 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 83,393 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 83,074 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 82,733 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 82,582 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 82,360 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Rapier?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 406 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
339
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 116
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 97
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
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258 ELY is a 1999 Sunbeam Rapier in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 258 ELY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Rapier typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 27 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 258 ELY?

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What year was 258 ELY registered?

258 ELY is a 1999 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is 258 ELY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 258 ELY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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