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YMV 257H

1970 Sunbeam Stiletto

Blue Petrol 878cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,676 mi
Last recorded63,676 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 1970 Sunbeam Stiletto63,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMV 257H
MakeSunbeam
ModelStiletto
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine878cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 63,676 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 63,479 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 63,056 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 62,142 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2015 62,137 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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YMV 257H is a 1970 Sunbeam Stiletto in Blue with a 878cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Sunbeam Stiletto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 63,497 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 YMV 257H, 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 56 years old, this Sunbeam Stiletto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YMV 257H?

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What year was YMV 257H registered?

YMV 257H is a 1970 Sunbeam Stiletto, first registered on 12 February 1970.

Is YMV 257H safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMV 257H shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YMV 257H have outstanding finance?

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