Sunbeam Rapier

White and Red · Petrol · 1962 · 1,592 cc

STK 900MOT history

STK 900 is a white and red petrol Sunbeam Rapier first used on 26 Apr 1962. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 61,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
61,857 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
STK 900
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Sunbeam
Model
Rapier
Colour
White and Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,592 cc
Year of manufacture
1962
First used
26 Apr 1962
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

STK 900 was last recorded at 61,857 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 53 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,804 miles · 10 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
53 miles
Average per year
474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,857 miles
  • 2019 – 57,950 miles
  • 2017 – 57,579 miles
  • 2016 – 56,680 miles
  • 2015 – 56,113 miles
  • 2014 – 55,553 miles
  • 2013 – 55,399 miles
  • 2011 – 54,835 miles
  • 2010 – 54,594 miles
  • 2009 – 54,260 miles
  • 2008 – 53,607 miles
  • 2007 – 53,249 miles
  • 2006 – 52,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,857 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Both rear wheel bearings have slight play.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight Play in front prop shaft UJ

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,857 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    61,857 miles
    Test number
    580197802701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail61,804 miles (+3,854)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,804 miles
    Test number
    521963778419
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass57,950 miles (+371)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,950 miles
    Test number
    179108862895
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front UJ has slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front N/S/F Steering drop arm has slight play.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Both rear wheel bearings have slight play. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass57,579 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    57,579 miles
    Test number
    249949357048
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel bearings have slight play.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySlight Play in front prop shaft UJ
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  5. Fail57,576 miles (+896)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,576 miles
    Test number
    944986077062
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel bearings have slight play.
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySlight Play in front prop shaft UJ
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Pass56,680 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    56,680 miles
    Test number
    820947114701
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

  7. Fail56,680 miles (+567)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,680 miles
    Test number
    935781587917
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)

  8. Pass56,113 miles (+560)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    56,113 miles
    Test number
    965163975113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass55,553 miles (+154)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,553 miles
    Test number
    886333864162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,399 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    55,399 miles
    Test number
    577282563119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,320 km
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,320 km
    Test number
    347084762175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,835 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,835 miles
    Test number
    457699651132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,594 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    54,594 miles
    Test number
    740660460117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,260 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,260 miles
    Test number
    320198369159
    • NoteExhaust front silencer repaired with paste.
    • NoteN/s steering drop arm has slight play.
    • NoteSlight lift in both front suspension bottom balljoints.
    • NoteVarious light scratches in windscreen.
    • NoteVarious underbody corrosion (could do with a waxoyl).

  15. Fail54,260 miles (+653)1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,260 miles
    Test number
    550518269188
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteExhaust front silencer repaired with paste.
    • NoteN/s steering drop arm has slight play.
    • NoteSlight lift in both front suspension bottom balljoints.
    • NoteVarious light scratches in windscreen.
    • NoteVarious underbody corrosion (could do with a waxoyl).

  16. Pass53,607 miles (+358)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    53,607 miles
    Test number
    573852468132
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteHandbrake linkage worn

  17. Pass53,249 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    53,249 miles
    Test number
    480141677109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,248 miles (+756)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,248 miles
    Test number
    831252167106
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryIntermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  19. Pass52,492 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,492 miles
    Test number
    164888156102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding slightly,baffles in rear silencer insecure,handbrake linkage worn.

Questions about STK 900

What vehicle is registration STK 900 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show STK 900 on a white and red petrol Sunbeam Rapier first used on 26 Apr 1962. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does STK 900 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on STK 900 is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on STK 900?
The MOT on STK 900 is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has STK 900 done?
STK 900 was recorded at 61,857 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 474 miles a year.
Has STK 900 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. STK 900 has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on STK 900 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on STK 900 find?
STK 900 passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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