MOT Status
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67,141 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Does DYW 171C have outstanding finance?
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