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NAS 926

1960 Sunbeam Rapier

Grey Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,004 mi
Last recorded45,004 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2006
Typical for 1960 Sunbeam Rapier48,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAS 926
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1960
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2006 45,004 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2006 45,000 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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NAS 926 is a 1960 Sunbeam Rapier in Grey with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1960 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 48,684 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 NAS 926, 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 66 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NAS 926?

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What year was NAS 926 registered?

NAS 926 is a 1960 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 9 July 1960.

Is NAS 926 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAS 926 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NAS 926 have outstanding finance?

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