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893 YUE

1952 Sunbeam S8

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

2,073 mi
Last recorded2,073 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2011
Typical for 1952 Sunbeam S817,068 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration893 YUE
MakeSunbeam
ModelS8
Year1952
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Apr 2011 2,073 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 2,073 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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893 YUE is a 1952 Sunbeam S8 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1952 Sunbeam S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 17,068 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 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 893 YUE, 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 74 years old, this Sunbeam S8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 893 YUE registered?

893 YUE is a 1952 Sunbeam S8, first registered on 9 April 1952.

Is 893 YUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 893 YUE 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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