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VMG 637M

1974 Humber Sceptre

Blue Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,643 mi
Last recorded70,643 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2014
Typical for 1974 Humber Sceptre61,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMG 637M
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2014 70,643 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 70,000 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 69,742 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

all 4 tyres crazing and cracking

Pass 18 Feb 2011 68,294 miles

O/S/R TYRE CRACKING UP

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 67,356 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 65,510 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 64,017 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 62,037 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 62,037 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 59,633 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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VMG 637M is a 1974 Humber Sceptre in Blue with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VMG 637M, 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

How do I check the history of VMG 637M?

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What year was VMG 637M registered?

VMG 637M is a 1974 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 3 May 1974.

Is VMG 637M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMG 637M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMG 637M have outstanding finance?

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