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811 BUV

1961 Singer Gazelle

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,702 mi
Last recorded4,702 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 1961 Singer Gazelle66,148 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration811 BUV
MakeSinger
ModelGazelle
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 29 May 2013 4,702 miles

How Reliable is the Singer Gazelle?

Based on 2,256 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
361
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 91
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 75
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 58
brake recording little or no effort 54
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 54
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811 BUV is a 1961 Singer Gazelle in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Singer Gazelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 66,148 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Singer Gazelle fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 811 BUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Singer Gazelle typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 65 years old, this Singer Gazelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 811 BUV registered?

811 BUV is a 1961 Singer Gazelle, first registered on 1 June 1961.

Is 811 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 811 BUV shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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