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APO 350C

1978 Sunbeam Tiger

Blue Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,506 mi
Last recorded20,506 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPO 350C
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2025 20,506 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 19,749 miles

Wipers poor

Pass 7 May 2018 16,992 miles

Wipers poor

Pass 25 Mar 2017 16,027 miles

Wipers poor

Pass 18 Dec 2015 15,337 miles

Wipers poor

Pass 25 Sep 2014 14,581 miles

wipers poor

Pass 23 Sep 2013 10,252 miles

Wipers poor

Pass 22 Sep 2012 9,232 miles

near side wiper poor

Pass 15 Sep 2011 7,346 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 6,749 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 5,341 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 4,500 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 3,375 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s wiper poor.

some exhaust mtgs deteriated.

Pass 7 Aug 2006 2,726 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 2,837 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Tiger?

Based on 3,243 MOT tests across 335 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
450
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 63
Stop lamp not working 39
brake binding 26
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 24
Steering rack gaiter split 23
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APO 350C is a 1978 Sunbeam Tiger in Blue with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Tiger fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying APO 350C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 48 years old, this Sunbeam Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of APO 350C?

You can check the full history of APO 350C by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was APO 350C registered?

APO 350C is a 1978 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is APO 350C safe to buy?

The MOT history for APO 350C shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does APO 350C have outstanding finance?

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