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GGC 988J

1971 Sunbeam Rapier

Yellow Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,358 mi
Last recorded98,358 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 Sunbeam Rapier68,841 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGC 988J
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 98,358 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 98,040 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 98,039 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 97,375 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 1 May 2014 96,565 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 95,699 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 94,737 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 93,292 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 92,064 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 91,707 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 90,931 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 90,205 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 90,205 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 89,025 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 87,728 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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GGC 988J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier in Yellow with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GGC 988J, 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.

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What year was GGC 988J registered?

GGC 988J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 9 July 1971.

Is GGC 988J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGC 988J shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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