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FUW 878J

1971 Sunbeam Rapier

Green Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

104,936 mi
Last recorded104,936 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 1971 Sunbeam Rapier68,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFUW 878J
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 104,936 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 104,618 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 103,615 miles

Central Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 1,464 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 1,464 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 689 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 678 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 100,317 miles

Nearside and o/s inner sills corroded outside prescribed area

Fail 27 Jun 2015 99,418 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2015 99,418 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 99,281 miles

both outer seals slightly corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2013 99,075 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 99,069 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2012 99,069 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 98,974 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 97,756 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 97,727 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2008 97,280 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

slight play in steeringbox drop arm.

Fail 29 Jul 2008 97,280 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

slight play in steeringbox drop arm.

Pass 21 Jul 2007 96,906 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 96,691 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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FUW 878J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier in Green with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1971 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 68,841 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 Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FUW 878J, 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 55 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FUW 878J registered?

FUW 878J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 14 April 1971.

Is FUW 878J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FUW 878J shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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