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SHR 421

1958 Sunbeam Rapier

Red Petrol 1494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2011
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,724 mi
Last recorded7,724 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2010
Typical for 1958 Sunbeam Rapier64,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHR 421
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1958
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,494cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2010 7,724 miles

Battery insecure

clutch slipping

Pass 27 Oct 2008 7,574 miles

Battery insecure

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 7,466 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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SHR 421 is a 1958 Sunbeam Rapier in Red with a 1,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1958 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 64,156 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 SHR 421, 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 68 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 SHR 421?

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What year was SHR 421 registered?

SHR 421 is a 1958 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 23 September 1958.

Is SHR 421 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHR 421 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHR 421 have outstanding finance?

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