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BVR 246N

1974 Humber Sceptre

Beige Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,361 mi
Last recorded63,361 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 1974 Humber Sceptre61,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVR 246N
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1974
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2015 63,361 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

general corrosion (bodywork)

osr outer sill corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2015 63,361 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

general corrosion (bodywork)

osr outer sill corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2006 63,276 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 62,882 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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BVR 246N is a 1974 Humber Sceptre in Beige with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 61,331 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 BVR 246N, 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 52 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 BVR 246N?

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What year was BVR 246N registered?

BVR 246N is a 1974 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 20 September 1974.

Is BVR 246N safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVR 246N shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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