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EBN 522C

1965 Sunbeam Tiger

Red Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

1,855 mi
Last recorded1,855 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger28,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBN 522C
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2014 1,855 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 1,290 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 4 miles

Coolant leak

front brake discs pitted

Fail 12 Sep 2011 4 miles

Nearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Coolant leak

front brake discs pitted

Pass 1 Dec 2010 25,815 miles

front brake discs corroding and pitted

front number plate cracked

front shock absorber top mounts perishing- o/s and n/s

front wishbones, top and bottom, bushes spliting and perishing

play in steering

spare tyre flat

steering slightly tight

Fail 25 Nov 2010 25,815 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

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

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

front brake discs corroding and pitted

front brake pads wearing low

front number plate cracked

front shock absorber top mounts perishing- o/s and n/s

front wishbones, top and bottom, bushes spliting and perishing

play in steering

possible coolant leak

spare tyre flat

steering slightly tight

Pass 8 Jul 2009 25,812 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 25,370 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 25,364 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 May 2007 24,918 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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EBN 522C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger in Red with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 EBN 522C, 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

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What year was EBN 522C registered?

EBN 522C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 1 January 1965.

Is EBN 522C safe to buy?

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