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FMD 129J

1970 Sunbeam Stiletto

Black Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,775 mi
Last recorded67,775 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2014
Typical for 1970 Sunbeam Stiletto63,497 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMD 129J
MakeSunbeam
ModelStiletto
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2014 67,775 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 65,658 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 65,647 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 65,642 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 65,643 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Apr 2010 65,643 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 May 2009 65,569 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 65,569 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 May 2008 64,177 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 69,123 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 69,083 miles

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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FMD 129J is a 1970 Sunbeam Stiletto in Black with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FMD 129J, 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 FMD 129J?

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What year was FMD 129J registered?

FMD 129J is a 1970 Sunbeam Stiletto, first registered on 1 September 1970.

Is FMD 129J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMD 129J shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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