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YNF 144A

1963 Sunbeam Rapier

Grey Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2011
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,972 mi
Last recorded79,972 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2010
Typical for 1963 Sunbeam Rapier58,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNF 144A
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1963
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2010 79,972 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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YNF 144A is a 1963 Sunbeam Rapier in Grey with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 58,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YNF 144A, 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 63 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YNF 144A registered?

YNF 144A is a 1963 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 21 December 1963.

Is YNF 144A safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNF 144A shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YNF 144A have outstanding finance?

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