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NWP 647E

1997 Sunbeam Tiger

White Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

2,488 mi
Last recorded2,488 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNWP 647E
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 2,488 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 57 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 87,561 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 87,561 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 87,561 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 87,561 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 87,561 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 87,561 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 15 Jun 2012 87,561 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 87,561 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2010 87,561 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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NWP 647E is a 1997 Sunbeam Tiger in White with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 NWP 647E, 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 29 years old, this Sunbeam Tiger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NWP 647E?

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What year was NWP 647E registered?

NWP 647E is a 1997 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 15 January 1997.

Is NWP 647E safe to buy?

The MOT history for NWP 647E shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NWP 647E have outstanding finance?

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