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BPW 512J

1971 Sunbeam Rapier

Green Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,533 mi
Last recorded53,533 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1971 Sunbeam Rapier68,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPW 512J
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 53,533 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 53,158 miles

Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 49,108 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 49,107 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both on axle (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 47,094 miles

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 43,602 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Nov 2015 42,927 miles

minor leak of exhaust gases from rear exhaust join

oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2014 42,070 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 40,904 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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BPW 512J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier in Green with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BPW 512J, 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 BPW 512J registered?

BPW 512J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 19 May 1971.

Is BPW 512J safe to buy?

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