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CCJ 204L

1973 Humber Sceptre

Green Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

37,752 mi
Last recorded37,752 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 1973 Humber Sceptre57,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCJ 204L
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 37,752 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 36,951 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 36,951 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

visual (lamp) telltale not working but vehicle has audible warning telltale

Pass 22 Mar 2011 34,237 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 34,236 miles

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

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 31,919 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 31,919 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 7 Nov 2007 29,032 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 29,032 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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CCJ 204L is a 1973 Humber Sceptre in Green with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1973 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 57,090 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 CCJ 204L, 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 53 years old, this Humber Sceptre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CCJ 204L registered?

CCJ 204L is a 1973 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 7 February 1973.

Is CCJ 204L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCJ 204L shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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