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FTC 163J

1971 Chesil Speedster

White Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

2,277 mi
Last recorded2,277 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Chesil Speedster8,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTC 163J
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 2,277 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 2,250 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 2,153 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 2,044 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 1,942 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 1,765 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 1,641 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 1,227 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 885 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 584 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 375 miles

Both front braided brake hoses are mounted in such a way that they "dangle" below the vehicle

Fail 8 Mar 2016 375 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Both front braided brake hoses are mounted in such a way that they "dangle" below the vehicle

Pass 17 Feb 2015 338 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 264 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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FTC 163J is a 1971 Chesil Speedster in White with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1971 Chesil Speedster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 8,707 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FTC 163J, 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 55 years old, this Chesil Speedster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FTC 163J?

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What year was FTC 163J registered?

FTC 163J is a 1971 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 26 May 1971.

Is FTC 163J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTC 163J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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