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8855 NK

1961 Humber Snipe

Grey Petrol 2965cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

54,618 mi
Last recorded54,618 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1961 Humber Snipe51,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8855 NK
MakeHumber
ModelSnipe
Year1961
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,965cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2018 54,618 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 54,618 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 54,247 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 53,851 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 53,439 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 53,328 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 53,066 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 52,671 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 52,349 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 50,983 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 48,869 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 46,529 miles

How Reliable is the Humber Snipe?

Based on 742 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8
Registration plate lamp not working 8
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8855 NK is a 1961 Humber Snipe in Grey with a 2,965cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1961 Humber Snipe models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 51,182 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Humber Snipe fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 8855 NK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Humber Snipe typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 65 years old, this Humber Snipe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 8855 NK registered?

8855 NK is a 1961 Humber Snipe, first registered on 3 March 1961.

Is 8855 NK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8855 NK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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