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JJW 982

1991 Sunbeam S8

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,623 mi
Last recorded64,623 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJW 982
MakeSunbeam
ModelS8
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2012 64,623 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 64,586 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 64,578 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 64,578 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 64,377 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 64,377 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 63,881 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Sunbeam S8?

Based on 1,268 MOT tests across 377 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
153
Miles/Year
77
Year Lifespan
377
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 4
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 3
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
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JJW 982 is a 1991 Sunbeam S8 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Sunbeam S8 fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JJW 982, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam S8 typically stays on UK roads for around 77 years. At 35 years old, this Sunbeam S8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of JJW 982?

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What year was JJW 982 registered?

JJW 982 is a 1991 Sunbeam S8, first registered on 6 September 1991.

Is JJW 982 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJW 982 shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JJW 982 have outstanding finance?

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