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JAA 248N

1975 Sunbeam Rapier

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

82,733 mi
Last recorded82,733 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAA 248N
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 82,733 miles

Offside Front seat mounting damaged.

Washers not working

Pass 13 Oct 2017 82,711 miles

Nearside Front lump on side wall

Offside Front tyre lump on side wall

Rear brake pipe corroded

Fail 5 Oct 2017 82,711 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front lump on side wall

Offside Front tyre lump on side wall

Rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2016 82,517 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 82,433 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 82,353 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 82,249 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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JAA 248N is a 1975 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 JAA 248N, 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 51 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 JAA 248N?

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What year was JAA 248N registered?

JAA 248N is a 1975 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 18 January 1975.

Is JAA 248N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAA 248N 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.

Does JAA 248N have outstanding finance?

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