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OBH 662M

1974 Humber Sceptre

Brown Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

86,311 mi
Last recorded86,311 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 Humber Sceptre61,331 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBH 662M
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1974
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2017 86,311 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 86,260 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 86,170 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 86,164 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 86,114 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 86,066 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 85,874 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 85,637 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 85,545 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 85,409 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 84,869 miles

o/s hand brake only just passed mot requirments

Fail 19 Dec 2006 84,859 miles

Brake pedal actuating linkage has excessive wear in the eye of the clevis joint (3.3.A.1g)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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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OBH 662M is a 1974 Humber Sceptre in Brown with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1974 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 61,331 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 OBH 662M, 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 52 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 OBH 662M registered?

OBH 662M is a 1974 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 1 February 1974.

Is OBH 662M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBH 662M 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.

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