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GFN 974C

1965 Humber Sceptre

Green Petrol 1725cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

48,340 mi
Last recorded48,340 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1965 Humber Sceptre52,360 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFN 974C
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,725cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 48,340 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 46,690 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 45,927 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 45,345 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 45,071 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 44,940 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 44,139 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 43,903 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 43,250 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 42,496 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 40,522 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 39,839 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 38,738 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 38,210 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 36,244 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 35,427 miles

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2009 35,395 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 34,411 miles

vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 29 May 2007 33,313 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 32,606 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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GFN 974C is a 1965 Humber Sceptre in Green with a 1,725cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1965 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 52,360 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 GFN 974C, 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 61 years old, this Humber Sceptre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GFN 974C?

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What year was GFN 974C registered?

GFN 974C is a 1965 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 6 December 1965.

Is GFN 974C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFN 974C shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GFN 974C have outstanding finance?

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