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VKB 953H

1970 Singer Chamois

White Petrol 875cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,922 mi
Last recorded92,922 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2010
Typical for 1970 Singer Chamois49,711 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKB 953H
MakeSinger
ModelChamois
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine875cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2010 92,922 miles

Brake pedal anti slip deteriorated

Brake pipes undersealed

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside rear footbrake effort less than usual for a vehicle of this type

both sides rear valances corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2010 92,922 miles

Brake pedal anti slip deteriorated

Brake pipes undersealed

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside rear footbrake effort less than usual for a vehicle of this type

both sides rear valances corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2009 89,011 miles

Brake pipes undersealed

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 86,736 miles

play & wear starting to front offside & nearside wheel bearings.slight wear in front kingpins.

Fail 15 Aug 2008 86,733 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 86,560 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 86,245 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 85,999 miles

How Reliable is the Singer Chamois?

Based on 1,532 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

81.2%
Pass Rate
410
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 34
brake binding 33
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 31
Stop lamp not working 26
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VKB 953H is a 1970 Singer Chamois in White with a 875cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Singer Chamois models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 49,711 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Singer Chamois fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VKB 953H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Singer Chamois typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 56 years old, this Singer Chamois is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VKB 953H registered?

VKB 953H is a 1970 Singer Chamois, first registered on 13 March 1970.

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