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VFO 388

1950 Sunbeam S7

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,083 mi
Last recorded2,083 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2007
Typical for 1950 Sunbeam S75,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFO 388
MakeSunbeam
ModelS7
Year1950
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2007 2,083 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 1,522 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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VFO 388 is a 1950 Sunbeam S7 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1950 Sunbeam S7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.3% with a typical mileage of 5,661 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 VFO 388, 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 76 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 VFO 388?

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What year was VFO 388 registered?

VFO 388 is a 1950 Sunbeam S7, first registered on 31 December 1950.

Is VFO 388 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFO 388 shows 2 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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