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GH 199

1960 Humber Snipe

Blue Petrol 2965cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

68,472 mi
Last recorded68,472 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 1960 Humber Snipe68,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGH 199
MakeHumber
ModelSnipe
Year1960
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,965cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 68,472 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 68,342 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 68,315 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 68,314 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 68,214 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 68,043 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 67,808 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 67,411 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 67,235 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 66,699 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 65,821 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006

How Reliable is the Humber Snipe?

Based on 742 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8
Registration plate lamp not working 8
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GH 199 is a 1960 Humber Snipe in Blue with a 2,965cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1960 Humber Snipe models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 68,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Humber Snipe fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GH 199, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Humber Snipe typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 66 years old, this Humber Snipe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GH 199?

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What year was GH 199 registered?

GH 199 is a 1960 Humber Snipe, first registered on 27 October 1960.

Is GH 199 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GH 199 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GH 199 have outstanding finance?

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