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YEL 199K

1971 Sunbeam Stiletto

Orange Petrol 1040cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,574 mi
Last recorded3,574 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto59,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEL 199K
MakeSunbeam
ModelStiletto
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,040cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2017 3,574 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 3,501 miles
Pass 9 May 2010 2,773 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2009 2,495 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 1,983 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 24 Apr 2008 1,980 miles

Brake pedal actuating linkage functionally incomplete (3.3.A.1a)

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 1,382 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 1,351 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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

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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YEL 199K is a 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto in Orange with a 1,040cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YEL 199K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YEL 199K registered?

YEL 199K is a 1971 Sunbeam Stiletto, first registered on 14 December 1971.

Is YEL 199K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEL 199K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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