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WGC 265F

1982 Sunbeam Rapier

Blue Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,760 mi
Last recorded18,760 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGC 265F
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2020 18,760 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 18,630 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 18,248 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 17,784 miles

sill covers fitted unable to fully inspect sills

Pass 28 Apr 2016 17,748 miles

oil leak

Fail 27 Apr 2016 17,737 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear sill and front jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 17,724 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 17,500 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 15,098 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 12,068 miles

n/s/f chassis outrigger corroded

outer sills have covers fitted sills hve signs of corrosion

Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,018 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 11,014 miles

Nearside Rear Brake stationary pin locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 9,556 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 9,552 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 7,825 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 7,825 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 6,176 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 6,175 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 5,270 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 5,270 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 2,977 miles

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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WGC 265F is a 1982 Sunbeam Rapier in Blue with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WGC 265F, 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 44 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WGC 265F registered?

WGC 265F is a 1982 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 25 January 1982.

Is WGC 265F safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGC 265F shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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