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BDL 814B

1964 Humber Sceptre

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

66,603 mi
Last recorded66,603 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2016
Typical for 1964 Humber Sceptre52,448 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDL 814B
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2016 66,603 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 66,596 miles

Oil leak

all four tyre sidewall white covers marking tyre sidewalls

both rear tyres deteriating in tread

Fail 24 Sep 2014 66,596 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Oil leak

all four tyre sidewall white covers marking tyre sidewalls

both rear tyres deteriating in tread

Pass 10 Dec 2011 66,588 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2010 66,581 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 66,571 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 66,357 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 66,357 miles

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 65,551 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 64,798 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2006 64,798 miles

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

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

oil leak

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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BDL 814B is a 1964 Humber Sceptre in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1964 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 52,448 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 BDL 814B, 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 62 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 BDL 814B registered?

BDL 814B is a 1964 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 1 October 1964.

Is BDL 814B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDL 814B shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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