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ORH 777F

1968 Sunbeam Rapier

Black Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,136 mi
Last recorded7,136 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2011
Typical for 1968 Sunbeam Rapier57,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORH 777F
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1968
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2011 7,136 miles

boot lid corroded

drivers seat base deteriorated

hand brake lever sfiff

some corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 29 Mar 2011 7,136 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

boot lid corroded

drivers seat base deteriorated

hand brake lever sfiff

Pass 25 Mar 2010 3,647 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2008 2,887 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

front tyres slightly perished.

slight play off side drag link ball joint.

Pass 15 Jun 2007 99,807 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 97,516 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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ORH 777F is a 1968 Sunbeam Rapier in Black with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1968 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 57,313 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 ORH 777F, 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 58 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ORH 777F registered?

ORH 777F is a 1968 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 1 July 1968.

Is ORH 777F safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORH 777F shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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