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FNN 527C

1965 Sunbeam Tiger

Green Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,633 mi
Last recorded51,633 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger28,614 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNN 527C
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 51,633 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 51,559 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 51,450 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 51,378 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,229 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 50,847 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 50,797 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 50,733 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 50,622 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 50,622 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2008 50,565 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2008 50,565 miles

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 50,316 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007 50,316 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2006 50,152 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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FNN 527C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger in Green with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FNN 527C, 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 FNN 527C?

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What year was FNN 527C registered?

FNN 527C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 27 July 1965.

Is FNN 527C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNN 527C shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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