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DYW 171C

1965 Sunbeam Tiger

Red Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,141 mi
Last recorded67,141 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger28,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYW 171C
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 67,141 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 67,138 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 67,133 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 67,075 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Mar 2022 67,075 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 66,783 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 66,729 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 66,415 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 66,003 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 65,667 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 65,048 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 63,732 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 63,731 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 63,417 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 62,669 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 61,443 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 59,902 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 59,902 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 57,387 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 57,387 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 56,253 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 55,651 miles

Offside Rear brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DYW 171C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger in Red with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DYW 171C, 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 DYW 171C?

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What year was DYW 171C registered?

DYW 171C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 26 March 1965.

Is DYW 171C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYW 171C shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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