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JPP 52G

1969 Sunbeam Rapier

White Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,546 mi
Last recorded27,546 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1969 Sunbeam Rapier24,631 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPP 52G
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1969
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 27,546 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 27,312 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 27,079 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 26,987 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 26,983 miles

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,822 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 26,700 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside and offside outer sills covered

nearside front sill/floor corroded

Fail 26 Jul 2010 26,608 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 26,608 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 24,631 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 4 Aug 2009 24,631 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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JPP 52G is a 1969 Sunbeam Rapier in White with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1969 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 24,631 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JPP 52G, 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 57 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JPP 52G registered?

JPP 52G is a 1969 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 27 May 1969.

Is JPP 52G safe to buy?

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