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NSX 387A

1963 Humber Sceptre

Green Petrol 1592cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

13,526 mi
Last recorded13,526 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1963 Humber Sceptre52,408 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSX 387A
MakeHumber
ModelSceptre
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,592cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 13,526 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 13,526 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 11,216 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 10,964 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 10,541 miles

Front shock absorbers weak

Pass 3 Apr 2018 9,864 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 9,864 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 6,334 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2013 95,613 miles

NOTE extensive welding and under sealing to vehicle

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

brake pipes to both front hoses getting rusty

check for excess freeplay in steering system

slight twist in o/s front brake hose

speedometer illumination not working?

Pass 14 Mar 2013 95,613 miles

NOTE extensive welding and under sealing to vehicle

brake pipes to both front hoses getting rusty

check for excess freeplay in steering system

slight twist in o/s front brake hose

speedometer illumination not working?

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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NSX 387A is a 1963 Humber Sceptre in Green with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1963 Humber Sceptre models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 52,408 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 NSX 387A, 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 63 years old, this Humber Sceptre is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NSX 387A registered?

NSX 387A is a 1963 Humber Sceptre, first registered on 29 November 1963.

Is NSX 387A safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSX 387A shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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