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WEX 176L

1973 Humber Sceptre

Turquoise Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,758 mi
Last recorded75,758 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Humber Sceptre57,090 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEX 176L
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1973
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 75,758 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 75,756 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 75,406 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 75,405 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch-2 areas (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 75,397 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

body corrosion both side body sills area.

oil leak under engine.

steering box shaft has play.

Pass 23 Aug 2013 74,856 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 74,854 miles

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

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 73,644 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 72,326 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 72,325 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 70,624 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 69,990 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 67,994 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 67,987 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2006 65,067 miles

both rear wheels binding slightly

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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WEX 176L is a 1973 Humber Sceptre in Turquoise with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1973 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 57,090 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 WEX 176L, 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 53 years old, this Humber Sceptre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WEX 176L registered?

WEX 176L is a 1973 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 1 July 1973.

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