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EAK 896D

1966 Humber Sceptre

Silver Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,838 mi
Last recorded58,838 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 1966 Humber Sceptre51,356 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAK 896D
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1966
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2026 58,838 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 58,824 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 58,796 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 58,788 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 58,775 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 58,763 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 58,760 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 58,748 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 58,744 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 58,733 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 58,716 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 58,699 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 58,671 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 58,590 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 58,518 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 58,327 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 58,187 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 58,008 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 57,930 miles

BOTH FRONT FLEXI'S FERRULE SLIGHTLY CORRODED

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 57,922 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 57,916 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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EAK 896D is a 1966 Humber Sceptre in Silver with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1966 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 51,356 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 EAK 896D, 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 60 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 EAK 896D?

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What year was EAK 896D registered?

EAK 896D is a 1966 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 4 March 1966.

Is EAK 896D safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAK 896D shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EAK 896D have outstanding finance?

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