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BSJ 943

1963 Singer Gazelle

Maroon Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,254 mi
Last recorded82,254 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 1963 Singer Gazelle52,881 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSJ 943
MakeSinger
ModelGazelle
Year1963
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 82,254 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 82,254 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Underside corroded

Pass 4 Jul 2015 80,942 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 80,884 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 8,519 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 80,232 miles

under body weakened by corrosion

Pass 20 Jul 2010 80,034 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 80,029 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 28 Sep 2007 79,921 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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BSJ 943 is a 1963 Singer Gazelle in Maroon with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1963 Singer Gazelle models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 52,881 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 BSJ 943, 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 63 years old, this Singer Gazelle is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BSJ 943 registered?

BSJ 943 is a 1963 Singer Gazelle, first registered on 1 January 1963.

Is BSJ 943 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSJ 943 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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