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UKX 169J

1970 Chesil Speedster

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,119 mi
Last recorded6,119 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1970 Chesil Speedster11,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKX 169J
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 6,119 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 6,106 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2025 6,092 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 6,067 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 6,034 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 6,007 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 5,981 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 5,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 5,949 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 5,935 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 5,915 miles

Nearside inner track rod end joint cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 25 Jan 2006 5,884 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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UKX 169J is a 1970 Chesil Speedster in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UKX 169J, 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 UKX 169J registered?

UKX 169J is a 1970 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 3 December 1970.

Is UKX 169J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKX 169J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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