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LAE 628E

2003 Sunbeam Tiger

White Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,740 mi
Last recorded85,740 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLAE 628E
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 85,740 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 85,394 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 84,437 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 83,597 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 81,958 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 80,949 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 May 2018 80,949 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel pump (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2017 79,880 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 78,849 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 77,035 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 74,815 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 72,138 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 71,519 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 70,626 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 70,024 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 70,024 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2009 68,184 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 68,184 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2008 65,988 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 4 May 2007 64,152 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 11 May 2006 62,210 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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LAE 628E is a 2003 Sunbeam Tiger in White with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 LAE 628E, 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 23 years old, this Sunbeam Tiger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LAE 628E registered?

LAE 628E is a 2003 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is LAE 628E safe to buy?

The MOT history for LAE 628E shows 21 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 LAE 628E have outstanding finance?

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