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GLM 650N

1974 Sunbeam Rapier

Gold Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,863 mi
Last recorded38,863 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2017
Typical for 1974 Sunbeam Rapier38,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLM 650N
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2017 38,863 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 38,852 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 38,785 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 38,740 miles

offside rear back panel starting to corroed

Pass 25 Jul 2013 38,630 miles

rear panel corroded not structural near o/s rear spring

Fail 22 Jul 2013 38,630 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

rear panel corroded not structural near o/s rear spring

Fail 6 Jul 2013 38,605 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Offside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 38,491 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 38,484 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

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

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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GLM 650N is a 1974 Sunbeam Rapier in Gold with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 38,863 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 GLM 650N, 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 52 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GLM 650N?

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What year was GLM 650N registered?

GLM 650N is a 1974 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 25 November 1974.

Is GLM 650N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLM 650N shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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