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VFA 14K

1971 Sunbeam Stiletto

Black Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,216 mi
Last recorded39,216 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto59,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFA 14K
MakeSunbeam
ModelStiletto
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2017 39,216 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 38,964 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 38,888 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 38,877 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 33,351 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Stiletto?

Based on 894 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
501
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 32
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 19
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 17
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14
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VFA 14K is a 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto in Black with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 59,617 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Stiletto fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFA 14K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Stiletto typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Sunbeam Stiletto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VFA 14K registered?

VFA 14K is a 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is VFA 14K safe to buy?

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