MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
62,083 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
N/s front tyre - deteriating
N/a steering link rod (in engine bay) - bush has slight play.
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
N/s steering link rod (in engine bay) - bush has slight play.
Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
How Reliable is the Singer Gazelle?
Based on 2,256 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BJL 197C is a 1965 Singer Gazelle in Maroon with a 1,592cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1965 Singer Gazelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 55,215 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 Singer Gazelle fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJL 197C, 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 61 years old, this Singer Gazelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of BJL 197C?
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What year was BJL 197C registered?
BJL 197C is a 1965 Singer Gazelle, first registered on 15 March 1965.
Is BJL 197C safe to buy?
The MOT history for BJL 197C shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BJL 197C have outstanding finance?
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