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152 XVM

1962 Humber Snipe

Red Petrol 2965cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

62,694 mi
Last recorded62,694 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1962 Humber Snipe59,506 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration152 XVM
MakeHumber
ModelSnipe
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,965cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 62,694 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 62,537 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 61,811 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 61,811 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2022 61,761 miles

Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn both trunnion bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 61,186 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 60,885 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 60,773 miles

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 60,646 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 60,521 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 60,333 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 60,047 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 59,679 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 59,333 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 59,217 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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152 XVM is a 1962 Humber Snipe in Red with a 2,965cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1962 Humber Snipe models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 59,506 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 152 XVM, 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 64 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 152 XVM?

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What year was 152 XVM registered?

152 XVM is a 1962 Humber Snipe, first registered on 21 May 1962.

Is 152 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 152 XVM shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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