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JGU 597C

1965 Sunbeam Tiger

Blue Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

2,685 mi
Last recorded2,685 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger28,614 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Sunbeam
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGU 597C
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2022 2,685 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 1,869 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 906 miles

n/s/f road wheel very close to anti roll bar.

Fail 9 Jul 2019 906 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

n/s/f road wheel very close to anti roll bar.

o/s/f track rod end slightly touching the inside of wheel.

Pass 29 Jun 2018 254 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 107 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 2 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Tiger?

Based on 3,243 MOT tests across 335 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
450
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 63
Stop lamp not working 39
brake binding 26
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 24
Steering rack gaiter split 23
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JGU 597C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger in Blue with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1965 Sunbeam Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 28,614 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Tiger fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JGU 597C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 61 years old, this Sunbeam Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JGU 597C?

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What year was JGU 597C registered?

JGU 597C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is JGU 597C safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGU 597C 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 JGU 597C have outstanding finance?

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