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ABD 748A

1963 Humber Sceptre

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,990 mi
Last recorded21,990 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1963 Humber Sceptre52,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABD 748A
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 21,990 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 20,423 miles

Nearside Front Upper ball joint has slight play

Slight corrosion to nearside front floor outrigger

Pass 29 May 2015 17,101 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 13,570 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 13,540 miles

offside front indicator lamp incomplete

Fail 22 Sep 2010 13,516 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

offside front indicator lamp incomplete

Pass 5 Oct 2009 12,961 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 12,594 miles

inner sills have been repaired but welding is of poor quality

Fail 22 Sep 2008 12,594 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

inner sills have been repaired but welding is of poor quality

Pass 25 Jul 2006 12,397 miles

How Reliable is the Humber Sceptre?

Based on 4,030 MOT tests across 535 vehicles.

78.6%
Pass Rate
403
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
535
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 139
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 138
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 117
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 111
Stop lamp not working 105
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ABD 748A is a 1963 Humber Sceptre in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1963 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 52,408 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Humber Sceptre fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABD 748A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Humber Sceptre typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 63 years old, this Humber Sceptre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ABD 748A?

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What year was ABD 748A registered?

ABD 748A is a 1963 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 20 March 1963.

Is ABD 748A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABD 748A shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ABD 748A have outstanding finance?

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