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DRF 873B

1964 Sunbeam Rapier

White Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

77,836 mi
Last recorded77,836 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2005
Typical for 1964 Sunbeam Rapier61,180 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRF 873B
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1964
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Nov 2005 77,836 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion within 30cm of offside front chassis member

excess smoke from exhaust

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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DRF 873B is a 1964 Sunbeam Rapier in White with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1964 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 61,180 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 Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DRF 873B, 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 62 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DRF 873B?

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What year was DRF 873B registered?

DRF 873B is a 1964 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 1 January 1964.

Is DRF 873B safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRF 873B shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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