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CRC 263

1951 Sunbeam S7

Not stated Petrol 498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,886 mi
Last recorded10,886 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2011
Typical for 1951 Sunbeam S718,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRC 263
MakeSunbeam
ModelS7
Year1951
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine498cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2011 10,886 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 10,190 miles

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 10,190 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 10,104 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam S7?

Based on 953 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
149
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Horn not working 3
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
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CRC 263 is a 1951 Sunbeam S7 in Not stated with a 498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1951 Sunbeam S7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 18,661 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Sunbeam S7 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CRC 263, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam S7 typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 75 years old, this Sunbeam S7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CRC 263?

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What year was CRC 263 registered?

CRC 263 is a 1951 Sunbeam S7, first registered on 15 June 1951.

Is CRC 263 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRC 263 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CRC 263 have outstanding finance?

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