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PNO 783R

1976 Humber Sceptre

Bronze Petrol 1724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,635 mi
Last recorded47,635 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 1976 Humber Sceptre44,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPNO 783R
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1976
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,724cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 47,635 miles

engine oil leaks

Fail 21 Aug 2015 47,635 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator does not face the front (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) does not face the front (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine oil leaks

Pass 21 Aug 2014 47,511 miles

both front mud flaps are deteriorating

engine oil leaks

Pass 19 Aug 2013 47,401 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 47,254 miles

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

both front mud gaurds are deteriorated

nail in o/s/r tyre

Fail 22 Aug 2012 47,254 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

both front mud gaurds are deteriorated

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 26 Aug 2011 47,072 miles

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

cam cover breather hose split

engine oil leaks

nail in o/s/r tyre/inner wall

Pass 31 Jul 2010 46,763 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 46,530 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 46,241 miles

CAM COVER BREATHER PIPE SPLIT

ENGINE AND GEAR BOX OIL LEAKS

FRONT SHOCKERS WEAK

OFF SIDE REAR BRAKE BACK PLATE SLIGHTLY WET IN GREASE OIL POSSIBLE HUB SEAL LEAKING

OFF SIDE REAR INNER WHEEL ARCH NEXT TO MUD FLAP CORRODED

OFF SIDE REAR TYRE HAS A NAIL IN INNER TREAD/WALL UNREPARIABLE

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW BETWEEN CENTRE AND REAR FIXING SECTION

Fail 11 Aug 2008 46,241 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

CAM COVER BREATHER PIPE SPLIT

ENGINE AND GEAR BOX OIL LEAKS

FRONT SHOCKERS WEAK

OFF SIDE REAR BRAKE BACK PLATE SLIGHTLY WET IN GREASE OIL POSSIBLE HUB SEAL LEAKING

OFF SIDE REAR INNER WHEEL ARCH NEXT TO MUD FLAP CORRODED

OFF SIDE REAR TYRE HAS A NAIL IN INNER TREAD/WALL UNREPARIABLE

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW BETWEEN CENTRE AND REAR FIXING SECTION

Pass 21 Aug 2007 45,955 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 45,955 miles

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

FUEL SMELL UNDER BONNET AROUND CARBS

NEAR SIDE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER WEAK

OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE BALD ON INNER EDGE AND NEAR LEGAL LIMIT

OFF SIDE REAR BRAKE BACK PLATE DAMP IN OIL

SLIGHT EXHAUST BLOW BETWEEN DOWN PIPE AND MANIFOLD AREA

Pass 11 Aug 2006 45,634 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 45,340 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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PNO 783R is a 1976 Humber Sceptre in Bronze with a 1,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1976 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 44,538 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 PNO 783R, 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 50 years old, this Humber Sceptre is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PNO 783R registered?

PNO 783R is a 1976 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 17 August 1976.

Is PNO 783R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PNO 783R shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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