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DFJ 538C

1965 Sunbeam Tiger

Green Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,103 mi
Last recorded35,103 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2011
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger28,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFJ 538C
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2011 35,103 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 34,277 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

exhaust ruber mountings starting to perrish

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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DFJ 538C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger in Green with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1965 Sunbeam Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 28,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DFJ 538C, 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 61 years old, this Sunbeam Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DFJ 538C?

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What year was DFJ 538C registered?

DFJ 538C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 24 May 1965.

Is DFJ 538C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFJ 538C shows 2 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 DFJ 538C have outstanding finance?

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