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BLD 596H

1970 Humber Sceptre

White Petrol 1724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,810 mi
Last recorded25,810 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 1970 Humber Sceptre74,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBLD 596H
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,724cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 25,810 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED

Fail 26 May 2016 25,810 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

EXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED

Pass 7 Mar 2015 24,777 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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BLD 596H is a 1970 Humber Sceptre in White with a 1,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 74,606 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Humber Sceptre fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BLD 596H, 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 56 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 BLD 596H?

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What year was BLD 596H registered?

BLD 596H is a 1970 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 3 April 1970.

Is BLD 596H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BLD 596H shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BLD 596H have outstanding finance?

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