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AAA 423J

1971 Sunbeam Rapier

Blue Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

96,124 mi
Last recorded96,124 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Sunbeam Rapier68,841 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAAA 423J
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 May 2017 96,124 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 95,811 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 94,218 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 94,002 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 93,659 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 93,216 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 92,827 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 92,060 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 91,369 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 90,080 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 87,790 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 85,864 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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AAA 423J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier in Blue with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 68,841 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 AAA 423J, 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 55 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AAA 423J registered?

AAA 423J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 15 March 1971.

Is AAA 423J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AAA 423J shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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