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WAF 318J

1970 Chesil Speedster

Silver Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

7,283 mi
Last recorded7,283 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2021
Typical for 1970 Chesil Speedster11,094 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAF 318J
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1970
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2021 7,283 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 7,283 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 7,202 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 7,202 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 6,921 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 4,458 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 4,214 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 4,125 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 3,749 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 3,370 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 2,873 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 2,275 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear body to chassis mounts perished

Pass 15 Apr 2008 1,627 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 1,275 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 604 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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WAF 318J is a 1970 Chesil Speedster in Silver with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WAF 318J, 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.

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What year was WAF 318J registered?

WAF 318J is a 1970 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 17 August 1970.

Is WAF 318J safe to buy?

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