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EWE 784C

1997 Humber Sceptre

Gold Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

77,770 mi
Last recorded77,770 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWE 784C
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 77,770 miles

rear diff oil seals starting to leak o/s and n/s

Pass 29 Aug 2024 77,665 miles

o/s and n/s rear diff oil seals starting to leak

Pass 3 Aug 2023 77,619 miles

rear hub seals o/s and n/s starting to leak

Pass 12 Aug 2022 77,542 miles

o/s and n/s rear hub oil seals starting to leak (brakes not affected)

Pass 29 Jul 2021 77,450 miles

rear diff oil seals starting to leak o/s and n/s

Pass 28 Jul 2020 77,336 miles

rear hub oil seals starting to leak both sides

Pass 25 Jul 2019 77,130 miles

both rear axel oil seals starting to leak (brakes not effected)

Pass 24 Jul 2018 76,887 miles

slight hub oil seal leak o/s rear

Pass 26 Jul 2017 76,665 miles

both rear hub oil seals starting to leak

Pass 23 Jul 2016 76,352 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 76,166 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 75,887 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 75,693 miles

play in o/s top suspension arm bushes

Fail 25 Jul 2012 75,347 miles

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

suspension top arm bush worn o/s

Pass 25 Jul 2012 75,347 miles

suspension top arm bush worn o/s

Pass 29 Jul 2011 75,043 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 75,043 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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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EWE 784C is a 1997 Humber Sceptre in Gold with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

The most common reason a Humber Sceptre fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EWE 784C, 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 29 years old, this Humber Sceptre is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EWE 784C registered?

EWE 784C is a 1997 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is EWE 784C safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWE 784C shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EWE 784C have outstanding finance?

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