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DDN 242K

1972 Humber Sceptre

Brown Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,671 mi
Last recorded16,671 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2018
Typical for 1972 Humber Sceptre57,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDN 242K
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1972
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Nov 2018 16,671 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 16,630 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive valance panel inner & outer (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 16,580 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 16,510 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 16,254 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 16,107 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 15,988 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 15,699 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 15,611 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 15,602 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 15,597 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 15,564 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 15,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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DDN 242K is a 1972 Humber Sceptre in Brown with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 57,167 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 DDN 242K, 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 54 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 DDN 242K registered?

DDN 242K is a 1972 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 11 April 1972.

Is DDN 242K safe to buy?

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