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RPV 822J

1971 Sunbeam Rapier

Red Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

39,135 mi
Last recorded39,135 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 1971 Sunbeam Rapier68,841 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRPV 822J
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 39,135 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 38,997 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 38,996 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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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RPV 822J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier in Red with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 68,841 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 RPV 822J, 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 55 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RPV 822J registered?

RPV 822J is a 1971 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is RPV 822J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RPV 822J shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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