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EBW 371B

1985 Sunbeam Rapier

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,909 mi
Last recorded52,909 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBW 371B
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2017 52,909 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (3.3.A.2)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play steering idler (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail Both (6.1.D.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside front inner wheel arch showing signs of corrosion

Pass 20 Jul 2016 52,904 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Slight brake bind offside rear

windscreen washers poor

Pass 5 Aug 2015 52,900 miles

Nearside front headlamp did not come on initially

Offside Front Seat belt fluffed & frayed

Pass 22 May 2010 52,490 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 52,326 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 52,326 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2007 51,927 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Rapier?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 406 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
339
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 116
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 97
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
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EBW 371B is a 1985 Sunbeam Rapier in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EBW 371B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Rapier typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 41 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EBW 371B registered?

EBW 371B is a 1985 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 1 January 1985.

Is EBW 371B safe to buy?

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