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BKX 61B

1964 Humber Snipe

Black Petrol 2695cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,411 mi
Last recorded9,411 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1964 Humber Snipe61,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKX 61B
MakeHumber
ModelSnipe
Year1964
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,695cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 9,411 miles

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

rear inner valance slight corrosion

Pass 29 Jun 2016 9,163 miles

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

Fail 20 Jun 2016 9,156 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

Pass 29 Jun 2012 9,108 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2010 9,090 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 9,090 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Offside Inner Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 May 2008 8,950 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 8,518 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 7,721 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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BKX 61B is a 1964 Humber Snipe in Black with a 2,695cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1964 Humber Snipe models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 61,922 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 Snipe fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BKX 61B, 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 62 years old, this Humber Snipe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BKX 61B registered?

BKX 61B is a 1964 Humber Snipe, first registered on 17 June 1964.

Is BKX 61B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKX 61B shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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