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VFF 352

1961 Sunbeam Rapier

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,017 mi
Last recorded44,017 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 1961 Sunbeam Rapier46,672 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFF 352
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 44,017 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 43,808 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 43,763 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 43,745 miles

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill /arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 43,656 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Slight play in steering box on full lock

Slight weap from steering box

Pass 19 Apr 2013 43,628 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Slight play in steering box on full lock

Slight weap from steering box.

Pass 18 Apr 2012 43,617 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 42,746 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear brakes slightly uneven

Pass 13 Apr 2010 42,280 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 42,132 miles

front lower shock bushes deteriating

slight movement in steering box

starting to corrode offside rear outer sill area but not concidered excessive

Pass 4 Dec 2007 414,847 miles

How Reliable is the Sunbeam Rapier?

Based on 3,083 MOT tests across 406 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
339
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 116
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 97
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 70
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
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VFF 352 is a 1961 Sunbeam Rapier in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1961 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 46,672 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Sunbeam Rapier fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 116 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VFF 352, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Sunbeam Rapier typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 65 years old, this Sunbeam Rapier is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VFF 352 registered?

VFF 352 is a 1961 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 20 June 1961.

Is VFF 352 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFF 352 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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