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BPJ 289B

1964 Humber Sceptre

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,687 mi
Last recorded1,687 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2011
Typical for 1964 Humber Sceptre52,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPJ 289B
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2011 1,687 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 1,498 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 34,021 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 34,021 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 33,822 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 32,892 miles

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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BPJ 289B is a 1964 Humber Sceptre in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Humber Sceptre fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPJ 289B, 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.

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What year was BPJ 289B registered?

BPJ 289B is a 1964 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 1 August 1964.

Is BPJ 289B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPJ 289B shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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