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XAJ 86

1960 Humber Snipe

Black Petrol 2965cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

75,905 mi
Last recorded75,905 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1960 Humber Snipe68,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAJ 86
MakeHumber
ModelSnipe
Year1960
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,965cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 75,905 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 75,905 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2016 75,399 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 74,466 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 73,566 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 72,440 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 71,527 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 70,268 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 69,050 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 67,780 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 66,145 miles

advise rear exhaust pipe catching handbrake cable

Pass 11 Jun 2007 66,021 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 65,725 miles

How Reliable is the Humber Snipe?

Based on 742 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8
Registration plate lamp not working 8
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XAJ 86 is a 1960 Humber Snipe in Black with a 2,965cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1960 Humber Snipe models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 68,472 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Humber Snipe fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAJ 86, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Humber Snipe typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 66 years old, this Humber Snipe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XAJ 86?

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What year was XAJ 86 registered?

XAJ 86 is a 1960 Humber Snipe, first registered on 1 August 1960.

Is XAJ 86 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAJ 86 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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