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FP 7236

1965 Sunbeam Tiger

Red Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

19,298 mi
Last recorded19,298 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger28,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP 7236
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 19,298 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 18,646 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 17,687 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 17,272 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 16,481 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2018 12,479 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 11,705 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 11,612 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 11,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 11,418 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 11,027 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2014 10,999 miles

Offside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 10,634 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 10,141 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 9,528 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 6,865 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 5,198 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 4,215 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 2,553 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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FP 7236 is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger in Red with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FP 7236, 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 FP 7236 registered?

FP 7236 is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 22 September 1965.

Is FP 7236 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP 7236 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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