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356 FCH

2012 Chesil Speedster

Silver Petrol 1255cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,028 mi
Last recorded19,028 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

Registration356 FCH
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,255cc
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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 19,028 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 18,889 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2025 18,889 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 17,388 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 15,935 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 15,935 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Fail 21 Apr 2022 15,884 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 13,631 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 11,533 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 11,533 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 8,334 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 8,334 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2016 2,572 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 2,522 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 2,522 miles

How Reliable is the Chesil Speedster?

Based on 1,497 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
345
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29
Stop lamp not working 23
Horn not working 21
Headlamp aim too high 19
position lamp(s) not working 16
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356 FCH is a 2012 Chesil Speedster in Silver with a 1,255cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a Chesil Speedster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 356 FCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chesil Speedster typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 14 years old, this Chesil Speedster is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 356 FCH registered?

356 FCH is a 2012 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 14 May 2012.

Is 356 FCH safe to buy?

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