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UUL 172

1983 Sunbeam Rapier

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,178 mi
Last recorded51,178 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUL 172
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Jul 2012 51,178 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 51,178 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 51,178 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jun 2010 51,178 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 51,178 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 51,178 miles

both sides floor to inner sill slight corrosion

exhaust mount loose

os front lower ball joint slight play

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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UUL 172 is a 1983 Sunbeam Rapier in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UUL 172, 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 43 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was UUL 172 registered?

UUL 172 is a 1983 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 1 December 1983.

Is UUL 172 safe to buy?

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