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RIG 1356

1970 Chesil Speedster

Cream Petrol 1776cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,431 mi
Last recorded10,431 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 1970 Chesil Speedster11,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIG 1356
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1970
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,776cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 10,431 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 10,431 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 10,134 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 9,859 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 9,653 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 9,543 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2016 9,543 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 8,334 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 8,205 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 8,182 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 7,969 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 7,912 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 7,849 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 7,834 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 7,714 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 7,562 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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RIG 1356 is a 1970 Chesil Speedster in Cream with a 1,776cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1970 Chesil Speedster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 11,094 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 RIG 1356, 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 56 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 RIG 1356 registered?

RIG 1356 is a 1970 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 6 November 1970.

Is RIG 1356 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIG 1356 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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