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EKV 271C

1979 Sunbeam Tiger

Green Petrol 4261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,193 mi
Last recorded86,193 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKV 271C
MakeSunbeam
ModelTiger
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,261cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 86,193 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 85,723 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 85,723 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 85,717 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Tiger?

Based on 3,243 MOT tests across 335 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
450
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
335
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 63
Stop lamp not working 39
brake binding 26
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 24
Steering rack gaiter split 23
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EKV 271C is a 1979 Sunbeam Tiger in Green with a 4,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Tiger fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EKV 271C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 47 years old, this Sunbeam Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EKV 271C?

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What year was EKV 271C registered?

EKV 271C is a 1979 Sunbeam Tiger, first registered on 18 September 1979.

Is EKV 271C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKV 271C shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EKV 271C have outstanding finance?

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