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VPL 814G

1968 Sunbeam Stiletto

Turquoise Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

80,174 mi
Last recorded80,174 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1968 Sunbeam Stiletto36,181 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPL 814G
MakeSunbeam
ModelStiletto
Year1968
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 80,174 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 75,750 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 71,210 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2015 71,197 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 69,168 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 69,162 miles

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 68,397 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 68,385 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 28 Jul 2011 66,709 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 66,709 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 65,411 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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VPL 814G is a 1968 Sunbeam Stiletto in Turquoise with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1968 Sunbeam Stiletto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 36,181 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VPL 814G, 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 58 years old, this Sunbeam Stiletto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VPL 814G registered?

VPL 814G is a 1968 Sunbeam Stiletto, first registered on 26 September 1968.

Is VPL 814G safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPL 814G shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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