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PYD 441L

1973 Sunbeam Rapier

Blue Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,149 mi
Last recorded27,149 miles
Recorded on22 May 2009
Typical for 1973 Sunbeam Rapier44,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYD 441L
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2009 27,149 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 26,548 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 25,478 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 109,870 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 23,799 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 22,184 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 22,184 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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PYD 441L is a 1973 Sunbeam Rapier in Blue with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1973 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,780 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 PYD 441L, 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 53 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PYD 441L registered?

PYD 441L is a 1973 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is PYD 441L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PYD 441L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PYD 441L have outstanding finance?

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