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JVF 187L

1972 Humber Sceptre

White Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

57,886 mi
Last recorded57,886 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1972 Humber Sceptre57,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVF 187L
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2016 57,886 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded valence (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded end of sill/inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch to quarter (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch upper mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (3.1.9)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded valence (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded valence (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch to quarter (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting valence (6.6.6)

both front chassis outriggers to floors corroded but outside prescribed area

Pass 8 May 2015 57,167 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 57,167 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 55,307 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear shock mount repaired inside boot

Fail 8 Apr 2014 53,295 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

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

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

nearside rear shock mount repaired inside boot

Pass 20 Jun 2013 55,239 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jun 2013 55,239 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2012 54,972 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 54,365 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 53,285 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front sill in poor condition.

Fail 21 Jun 2010 53,285 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front sill in poor condition.

Pass 4 Jul 2008 52,964 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 52,964 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2007 52,087 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2007 52,087 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 51,405 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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JVF 187L is a 1972 Humber Sceptre in White with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 JVF 187L, 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.

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What year was JVF 187L registered?

JVF 187L is a 1972 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 18 December 1972.

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