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NVB 356L

1972 Chesil Speedster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

3,412 mi
Last recorded3,412 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Chesil Speedster13,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVB 356L
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 3,412 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated slight cracking/perishing (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 3,365 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 3,315 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 3,111 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 2,754 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 2,754 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint ball joint loose (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 2,665 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 2,631 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 2,625 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 2,625 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 1,826 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 757 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 24 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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NVB 356L is a 1972 Chesil Speedster in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1972 Chesil Speedster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 13,862 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 NVB 356L, 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 54 years old, this Chesil Speedster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NVB 356L registered?

NVB 356L is a 1972 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 26 September 1972.

Is NVB 356L safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVB 356L shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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