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T553 VTW

1999 Bajaj Chetak

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

7,829 mi
Last recorded7,829 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Bajaj Chetak6,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT553 VTW
MakeBajaj
ModelChetak
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 7,829 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 7,821 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 7,714 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 7,714 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 7,598 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 7,583 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 7,526 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 May 2008 7,270 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 7,181 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 6,984 miles

How Reliable is the Bajaj Chetak?

Based on 734 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
300
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
wheel bearings are excessively rough 10
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 7
Direction indicator missing 5
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T553 VTW is a 1999 Bajaj Chetak in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 Bajaj Chetak models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 6,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Bajaj Chetak fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T553 VTW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bajaj Chetak typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 27 years old, this Bajaj Chetak is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T553 VTW registered?

T553 VTW is a 1999 Bajaj Chetak, first registered on 4 August 1999.

Is T553 VTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T553 VTW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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