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UNT 781J

1971 Chesil Speedster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

10,159 mi
Last recorded10,159 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1971 Chesil Speedster8,707 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNT 781J
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 10,159 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 9,298 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 9,298 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 15 May 2015 7,593 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 6,323 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 5,562 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Slight Play Both Ends Front Torsion Bars

Pass 18 Mar 2011 5,013 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 4,634 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 3,976 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 3,346 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nsf spring weak

Fail 25 Mar 2008 3,344 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nsf spring weak

Pass 17 Jan 2007 1,476 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 12 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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UNT 781J is a 1971 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 1971 Chesil Speedster models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 8,707 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 UNT 781J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UNT 781J registered?

UNT 781J is a 1971 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is UNT 781J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNT 781J 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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