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BVC 7K

1971 Sunbeam Stiletto

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

69,392 mi
Last recorded69,392 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto59,617 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVC 7K
MakeSunbeam
ModelStiletto
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 69,392 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 69,259 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 69,120 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 68,919 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 68,793 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 68,729 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 68,333 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 68,105 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 67,854 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 67,482 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 67,015 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 66,316 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 65,652 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 65,042 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2012 65,018 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 64,297 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 63,560 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 62,267 miles

offside front track rod end rubber split

slight play top steering column bush

Pass 30 Jun 2008 61,436 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Stiletto?

Based on 894 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
501
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 17
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14
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BVC 7K is a 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 59,617 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Stiletto fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BVC 7K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Stiletto typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Sunbeam Stiletto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BVC 7K?

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What year was BVC 7K registered?

BVC 7K is a 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto, first registered on 11 November 1971.

Is BVC 7K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVC 7K shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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