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SLX 463

1971 Chesil Speedster

Cream Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,653 mi
Last recorded1,653 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 Chesil Speedster8,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLX 463
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1971
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2018 1,653 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 1,569 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 1,568 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 1,460 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 1,387 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 1,307 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 1,307 miles

Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Slight play in steering box.

Pass 22 Jul 2013 1,117 miles

n/s exhaust tailpipe missing

Pass 23 Jul 2012 234 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 234 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 228 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 228 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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SLX 463 is a 1971 Chesil Speedster in Cream with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SLX 463, 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.

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What year was SLX 463 registered?

SLX 463 is a 1971 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is SLX 463 safe to buy?

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