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786 KJO

1961 Sunbeam Rapier

Grey Petrol 1494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,743 mi
Last recorded98,743 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 1961 Sunbeam Rapier46,672 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration786 KJO
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1961
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2025 98,743 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

heavily under seal underneath

Pass 14 Jul 2017 98,089 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 97,943 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 97,607 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 97,125 miles

underside of car covered in thick underseal

Pass 30 Apr 2013 96,473 miles

underside of car is covered in thick underside

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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786 KJO is a 1961 Sunbeam Rapier in Grey with a 1,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 46,672 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 786 KJO, 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 65 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 786 KJO registered?

786 KJO is a 1961 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 1 March 1961.

Is 786 KJO safe to buy?

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