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XXY 920

1959 Humber Snipe

Blue Petrol 2965cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,521 mi
Last recorded81,521 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXXY 920
MakeHumber
ModelSnipe
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,965cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2011 81,521 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 80,867 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 80,520 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 80,378 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 80,131 miles

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 28 Nov 2006 79,719 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 79,572 miles

How Reliable is the Humber Snipe?

Based on 742 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 8
Registration plate lamp not working 8
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XXY 920 is a 1959 Humber Snipe in Blue with a 2,965cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Humber Snipe fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XXY 920, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Humber Snipe typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 67 years old, this Humber Snipe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XXY 920?

You can check the full history of XXY 920 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was XXY 920 registered?

XXY 920 is a 1959 Humber Snipe, first registered on 1 November 1959.

Is XXY 920 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XXY 920 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XXY 920 have outstanding finance?

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