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JPU 342C

1965 Sunbeam Tiger

White Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,542 mi
Last recorded32,542 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 1965 Sunbeam Tiger28,614 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPU 342C
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1965
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 32,542 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 20,731 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Aug 2016 13,573 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inside edge

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Oct 2015 12,932 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight wear in steering rack inner joints

Fail 22 Sep 2015 12,931 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight wear in steering rack inner joints

Pass 24 Sep 2014 11,705 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 2,008 miles

Coolant leak

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 7 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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JPU 342C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger in White with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JPU 342C, 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

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What year was JPU 342C registered?

JPU 342C is a 1965 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 17 March 1965.

Is JPU 342C safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPU 342C shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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