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FBG 230

1957 Sunbeam S7

Green Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,149 mi
Last recorded5,149 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2006
Typical for 1957 Sunbeam S717,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFBG 230
MakeSunbeam
ModelS7
Year1957
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2006 5,149 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2005 4,229 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2005 4,229 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

No Direction Indicators fitted

How Reliable is the Sunbeam S7?

Based on 953 MOT tests across 268 vehicles.

91.5%
Pass Rate
149
Miles/Year
76
Year Lifespan
268
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Horn not working 3
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
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FBG 230 is a 1957 Sunbeam S7 in Green with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1957 Sunbeam S7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 17,184 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 S7 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FBG 230, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam S7 typically stays on UK roads for around 76 years. At 69 years old, this Sunbeam S7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FBG 230?

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What year was FBG 230 registered?

FBG 230 is a 1957 Sunbeam S7, first registered on 18 June 1957.

Is FBG 230 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FBG 230 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FBG 230 have outstanding finance?

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