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PFO 230

1950 Sunbeam S8

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,097 mi
Last recorded8,097 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2009
Typical for 1950 Sunbeam S89,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFO 230
MakeSunbeam
ModelS8
Year1950
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2009 8,097 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 8,097 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 1 May 2008 7,857 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 7,050 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 7,048 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

How Reliable is the Sunbeam S8?

Based on 1,268 MOT tests across 377 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
153
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
377
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 3
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
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PFO 230 is a 1950 Sunbeam S8 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1950 Sunbeam S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 9,692 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 S8 fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PFO 230, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 76 years old, this Sunbeam S8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PFO 230?

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What year was PFO 230 registered?

PFO 230 is a 1950 Sunbeam S8, first registered on 4 August 1950.

Is PFO 230 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFO 230 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PFO 230 have outstanding finance?

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