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RVB 507E

1967 Sunbeam Rapier

Gold Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

210 mi
Last recorded210 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 1967 Sunbeam Rapier48,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVB 507E
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1967
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 210 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 99,795 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 99,429 miles

general chassis surface corrosion

oil leaks

Pass 27 Jun 2014 99,003 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 98,545 miles

vehicle underside undersealed

Fail 18 Jun 2013 98,537 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

vehicle underside undersealed

Pass 19 Jun 2012 97,990 miles

floor slightly corroded

inner sills slightly corroded

rear brake hose at pipe join damp not leaking at time of test

rear chassis rails corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2011 97,532 miles

oil leak

surface rust to underside of car

Pass 21 Jun 2010 97,245 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

both door shuts corroded

offside outer sill corroded

slight binding offside rear wheel

vehicle underside heavily under sealed

Pass 29 Jun 2009 96,707 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front flexi brake furrell,s corrided

corrision underside

heavly undersealed in places

o/s/rear wheel slightly binding

Fail 29 Jun 2009 96,699 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front flexi brake furrell,s corrided

corrision underside

heavly undersealed in places

o/s/rear wheel slightly binding

Pass 30 Jun 2008 96,265 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 95,821 miles

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

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

Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 95,381 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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RVB 507E is a 1967 Sunbeam Rapier in Gold with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1967 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 48,403 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 RVB 507E, 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 59 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RVB 507E?

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What year was RVB 507E registered?

RVB 507E is a 1967 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 7 March 1967.

Is RVB 507E safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVB 507E shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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