MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
39,313 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Sunbeam S7?
Based on 953 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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297 XUK is a 1953 Sunbeam S7 in Green with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1953 Sunbeam S7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.7% with a typical mileage of 12,849 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Sunbeam S7 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 297 XUK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Sunbeam S7 typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 73 years old, this Sunbeam S7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was 297 XUK registered?
297 XUK is a 1953 Sunbeam S7, first registered on 22 July 1953.
Is 297 XUK safe to buy?
The MOT history for 297 XUK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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