CarVerify

Free Car Check

699 XVN

1961 Humber Hawk

Grey Petrol 2267cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

54,200 mi
Last recorded54,200 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 1961 Humber Hawk68,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Humber
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

Registration699 XVN
MakeHumber
ModelHawk
Year1961
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,267cc
View full Humber Hawk reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 54,200 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 54,197 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 54,195 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box and pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted lock tabs (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted lock tabs (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing poor (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing poor (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 54,102 miles

How Reliable is the Humber Hawk?

Based on 1,424 MOT tests across 218 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
271
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
218
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 60
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 25
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 21
Full Humber Hawk reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

699 XVN is a 1961 Humber Hawk in Grey with a 2,267cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1961 Humber Hawk models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 68,851 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 Hawk fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 60 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 699 XVN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Humber Hawk typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 65 years old, this Humber Hawk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 699 XVN?

You can check the full history of 699 XVN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 699 XVN registered?

699 XVN is a 1961 Humber Hawk, first registered on 21 March 1961.

Is 699 XVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for 699 XVN shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 699 XVN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on 699 XVN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.