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KPA 42C

1965 Humber Sceptre

Blue Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,227 mi
Last recorded69,227 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1965 Humber Sceptre52,360 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPA 42C
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 69,227 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 2 Aug 2017 69,223 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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KPA 42C is a 1965 Humber Sceptre in Blue with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Humber Sceptre fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPA 42C, 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 KPA 42C?

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What year was KPA 42C registered?

KPA 42C is a 1965 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 17 September 1965.

Is KPA 42C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPA 42C shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KPA 42C have outstanding finance?

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