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KBJ 443

1955 Sunbeam S7

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,665 mi
Last recorded51,665 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBJ 443
MakeSunbeam
ModelS7
Year1955
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2010 51,665 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre walls perrished.

Pass 24 Jun 2009 51,366 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre walls perrished.

Pass 25 Jun 2008 51,140 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre walls perrished.

Pass 23 Jun 2007 50,645 miles

Slight play in drive shaft rubber coupling

Pass 21 Jun 2006 49,231 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam S7?

Based on 953 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
149
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Horn not working 3
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
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KBJ 443 is a 1955 Sunbeam S7 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam S7 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KBJ 443, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam S7 typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 71 years old, this Sunbeam S7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KBJ 443 registered?

KBJ 443 is a 1955 Sunbeam S7, first registered on 31 December 1955.

Is KBJ 443 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBJ 443 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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