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UXS 875

1950 Sunbeam S8

Grey Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

449 mi
Last recorded449 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2013
Typical for 1950 Sunbeam S89,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUXS 875
MakeSunbeam
ModelS8
Year1950
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2013 449 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 31 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 3 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2010 11,464 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2009 11,038 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2008 10,399 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 10,297 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 9,444 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 9,219 miles

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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UXS 875 is a 1950 Sunbeam S8 in Grey with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1950 Sunbeam S8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.9% with a typical mileage of 9,692 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 UXS 875, 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 76 years old, this Sunbeam S8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UXS 875?

You can check the full history of UXS 875 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UXS 875 registered?

UXS 875 is a 1950 Sunbeam S8, first registered on 16 March 1950.

Is UXS 875 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UXS 875 shows 9 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 UXS 875 have outstanding finance?

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