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MSL 564

1951 Sunbeam S7

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,921 mi
Last recorded25,921 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2012
Typical for 1951 Sunbeam S718,661 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSL 564
MakeSunbeam
ModelS7
Year1951
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2012 25,921 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2011 23,370 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 21,630 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 18,829 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 17,097 miles

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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MSL 564 is a 1951 Sunbeam S7 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1951 Sunbeam S7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.1% with a typical mileage of 18,661 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MSL 564, 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 75 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 MSL 564?

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What year was MSL 564 registered?

MSL 564 is a 1951 Sunbeam S7, first registered on 1 May 1951.

Is MSL 564 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSL 564 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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