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HLE 45K

2012 Sunbeam Rapier

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,114 mi
Last recorded27,114 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHLE 45K
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 27,114 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 26,595 miles

slight knock from steering

steering slightly heavy

Pass 18 Jun 2015 26,525 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

slight knock from sreering

Pass 12 Jun 2014 26,393 miles

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 26,152 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 26,146 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2012 25,848 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

extensive repairs carried out to floor sills and rear panel

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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HLE 45K is a 2012 Sunbeam Rapier in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HLE 45K, 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 14 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was HLE 45K registered?

HLE 45K is a 2012 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is HLE 45K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HLE 45K shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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