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FTJ 48C

1990 Humber Sceptre

Green Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,834 mi
Last recorded39,834 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTJ 48C
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2014 39,834 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2013 39,834 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Sep 2012 39,819 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 39,801 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Aug 2011 39,774 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 39,757 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2009 39,027 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 39,027 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 38,494 miles

coolant leak,further investigation required

Fail 19 Sep 2008 38,477 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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FTJ 48C is a 1990 Humber Sceptre in Green with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Humber Sceptre fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FTJ 48C, 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 36 years old, this Humber Sceptre is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FTJ 48C registered?

FTJ 48C is a 1990 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 30 July 1990.

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