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KAY 663L

1973 Sunbeam Rapier

Gold Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,693 mi
Last recorded52,693 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2025
Typical for 1973 Sunbeam Rapier44,780 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAY 663L
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2025 52,693 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 52,651 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced wing rotten front and back marked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced wing rotten front and back marked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced wing rotten front and back marked (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 51,535 miles
Fail 24 May 2021 51,525 miles

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested brake binding (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 50,253 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 49,707 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 49,299 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 48,855 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 48,667 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 48,062 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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KAY 663L is a 1973 Sunbeam Rapier in Gold with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KAY 663L, 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 53 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 KAY 663L?

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What year was KAY 663L registered?

KAY 663L is a 1973 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 17 May 1973.

Is KAY 663L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAY 663L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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