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WGP 979G

1968 Sunbeam Rapier

Gold Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

46,903 mi
Last recorded46,903 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2022
Typical for 1968 Sunbeam Rapier57,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGP 979G
MakeSunbeam
ModelRapier
Year1968
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2022 46,903 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement roll bar d bush is perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 45,069 miles

Offside Front d bush slightly worn

both front brakes slightly binding

Pass 31 May 2019 44,878 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 44,639 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 44,424 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 44,422 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2016 43,885 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 43,450 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 41,884 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 41,590 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 41,399 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 41,184 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 40,644 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 40,277 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 39,830 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 39,087 miles

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

both front brakes binding slightly

Pass 5 Jul 2006 38,347 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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WGP 979G is a 1968 Sunbeam Rapier in Gold with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1968 Sunbeam Rapier models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 57,313 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 WGP 979G, 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 58 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 WGP 979G registered?

WGP 979G is a 1968 Sunbeam Rapier, first registered on 1 November 1968.

Is WGP 979G safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGP 979G shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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