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SAO 47X

1981 Beauford Tourer

Maroon Petrol 1993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

18,107 mi
Last recorded18,107 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2021
Typical for 1981 Beauford Tourer15,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAO 47X
MakeBeauford
ModelTourer
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,993cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2021 18,107 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 18,050 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 17,862 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 17,812 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 17,799 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 17,671 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 17,452 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Jun 2014 17,433 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

offside front tyre perished

Pass 12 Oct 2012 17,371 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 17,003 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 16,751 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 16,459 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2008 15,915 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 15,501 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 15,236 miles

How Reliable is the Beauford Tourer?

Based on 1,605 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
698
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 22
Steering rack gaiter split 15
position lamp(s) not working 14
Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 14
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 14
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SAO 47X is a 1981 Beauford Tourer in Maroon with a 1,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1981 Beauford Tourer models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 15,815 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Beauford Tourer fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SAO 47X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Beauford Tourer typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Beauford Tourer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SAO 47X registered?

SAO 47X is a 1981 Beauford Tourer, first registered on 4 November 1981.

Is SAO 47X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAO 47X shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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