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RGC 826P

1976 Humber Sceptre

White Petrol 1724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2022
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

36,726 mi
Last recorded36,726 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 1976 Humber Sceptre44,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGC 826P
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,724cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 36,726 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BE HINDE OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 36,337 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 35,978 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 35,580 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 35,112 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2017 35,112 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 34,845 miles

slight rusting to offside front chassis

Fail 7 Oct 2016 34,845 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

slight rusting to offside front chassis

Pass 13 Oct 2015 33,377 miles

oil leak

slight rusting to offside front chassis

Fail 5 Oct 2015 33,367 miles

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

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

oil leak

slight rusting to offside front chassis

Pass 20 Oct 2014 32,049 miles

Oil leak

anti-roll bar bush's starting to perish

no fog lamp fitted

o/s/f chassis leg starting to rust

slight knock & play in steering

wipers starting to smear

Pass 9 Oct 2013 31,097 miles

anti roll bar link rod rubber mounts perished

knock and play in steering system

no fog light fitted

o/s/ wiper starting to smear on screen

oil leaks

slight interference between indicators and side lights

Fail 9 Oct 2013 31,097 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

anti roll bar link rod rubber mounts perished

knock and play in steering system

no fog light fitted

o/s/ wiper starting to smear on screen

oil leaks

slight interference between indicators and side lights

Pass 11 Oct 2012 30,064 miles

oil leaks

slight knock and play in steering

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 7 Oct 2011 28,866 miles

Oil leak

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 5 Oct 2010 27,000 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 25,927 miles

Oil leak

fuel cap seal slightly perished

surface rust on lower edge of doors

Fail 7 Oct 2009 25,927 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Oil leak

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

fuel cap seal slightly perished

surface rust on lower edge of doors

Pass 20 Oct 2008 24,897 miles

rear fog light not fitted

Pass 31 Oct 2007 23,729 miles

Oil leak

fuel cap seal perishing

Fail 22 Oct 2007 23,716 miles

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

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

Nearside Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

fuel cap seal perishing

Pass 18 Oct 2006 21,652 miles

headlamps different patterns

slightplay front wheel bearings

engine/gearbox oil leak

Fail 17 Oct 2005 18,737 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2005 18,737 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

oil leak

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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RGC 826P is a 1976 Humber Sceptre in White with a 1,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 RGC 826P, 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

How do I check the history of RGC 826P?

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What year was RGC 826P registered?

RGC 826P is a 1976 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 23 June 1976.

Is RGC 826P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGC 826P shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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