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USY 737

1954 Sunbeam S8

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,862 mi
Last recorded1,862 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1954 Sunbeam S86,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSY 737
MakeSunbeam
ModelS8
Year1954
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2019 1,862 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre perished

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 1,829 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front tyre perished

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2017 1,779 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front tyre slightly perished

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. bigger gap (2.5.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect both slightly stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 1,762 miles

Oil leak ()

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front tyre perished

Nearside Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. bigger gap (2.5.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect both slightly stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 1,717 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre perished

Pass 18 Jul 2014 1,666 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre perished

rear suspension slightly stiff

Pass 19 Jul 2013 1,638 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre perished

rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Jul 2012 1,596 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre perished

rear tyre perished

Pass 22 Jul 2011 1,468 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre perished

rear tyre perished

Pass 23 Jul 2010 1,378 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front tyre perished

rear suspension slightly stiff

rear tyre perished

Pass 2 Jul 2009 1,276 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front tyre perished

rear tyre perished

Pass 4 Jul 2008 1,070 miles

rear tyre perished

limited reserve travel on front brake

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre perished

Pass 17 Jul 2007 857 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre perished

Pass 18 May 2006 773 miles

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front and rear tyres slightly perished

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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USY 737 is a 1954 Sunbeam S8 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Sunbeam S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 6,066 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 USY 737, 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 72 years old, this Sunbeam S8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was USY 737 registered?

USY 737 is a 1954 Sunbeam S8, first registered on 31 December 1954.

Is USY 737 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USY 737 shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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