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WRT 160A

1963 Humber Sceptre

Green Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,927 mi
Last recorded62,927 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 1963 Humber Sceptre52,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWRT 160A
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 62,927 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 61,326 miles

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

front and rear suspensions system corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2016 60,555 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2015 59,338 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 58,096 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 58,096 miles

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 57,948 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 3 Jul 2013 57,948 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 57,858 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 57,812 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 57,556 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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WRT 160A is a 1963 Humber Sceptre in Green with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1963 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 52,408 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 WRT 160A, 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 63 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 WRT 160A registered?

WRT 160A is a 1963 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 31 December 1963.

Is WRT 160A safe to buy?

The MOT history for WRT 160A shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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