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BRV 788B

1964 Humber Sceptre

Red Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,962 mi
Last recorded18,962 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1964 Humber Sceptre52,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRV 788B
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1964
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 18,962 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

surface corrosion to inner sills

Pass 26 Jun 2024 18,746 miles

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2024 18,746 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 18,721 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 18,318 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 18,292 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 16,188 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 15,026 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 14,732 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 13,807 miles

slight underside surface corrosion

Pass 14 May 2013 13,767 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 May 2012 13,712 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 May 2011 13,630 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2010 13,514 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2009 13,439 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 28 May 2009 13,434 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2008 13,393 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Apr 2008 13,381 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2007 13,343 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 13,274 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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BRV 788B is a 1964 Humber Sceptre in Red with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1964 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 52,448 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 BRV 788B, 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 62 years old, this Humber Sceptre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BRV 788B registered?

BRV 788B is a 1964 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 17 November 1964.

Is BRV 788B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BRV 788B shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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