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CIL 6831

1989 Sunbeam Tiger

Blue Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,345 mi
Last recorded11,345 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCIL 6831
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 11,345 miles

Special notes on V5C. Was registered and/or used declared manufactured 1965. Tested to this age requirements

Fail 29 May 2025 11,345 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Special notes on V5C. Was registered and/or used declared manufactured 1965. Tested to this age requirements

Pass 25 May 2018 10,477 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 9,917 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 9,263 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 8,205 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 7,744 miles

main beam tell tale not working

o/s/f upper suspension arm fouling body

Fail 12 Jul 2013 7,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear Panhard rod which is adjustable, locking device missing (2.4.G.1)

main beam tell tale not working

o/s/f upper suspension arm fouling body

Pass 17 Jun 2011 7,134 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 7,134 miles

Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 6,771 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 6,771 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2009 6,467 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 6,087 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 5,873 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 3,959 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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CIL 6831 is a 1989 Sunbeam Tiger in Blue with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CIL 6831, 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 37 years old, this Sunbeam Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CIL 6831 registered?

CIL 6831 is a 1989 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 31 August 1989.

Is CIL 6831 safe to buy?

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