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3178 RF

1960 Sunbeam Rapier

Blue Petrol 1494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

63,493 mi
Last recorded63,493 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2019
Typical for 1960 Sunbeam Rapier48,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3178 RF
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1960
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,494cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2019 63,493 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 63,440 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2016 63,440 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 63,365 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2015 63,365 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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3178 RF is a 1960 Sunbeam Rapier in Blue with a 1,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1960 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 48,684 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 Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 3178 RF, 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 66 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 3178 RF?

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What year was 3178 RF registered?

3178 RF is a 1960 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 4 May 1960.

Is 3178 RF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3178 RF shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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