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WBH 997J

1971 Chesil Speedster

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,115 mi
Last recorded9,115 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Chesil Speedster8,707 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBH 997J
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 9,115 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 9,064 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 8,980 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 8,979 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort lowest (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven 48% out (3.7.B.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 8,707 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing slightly noisy

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% out of 30 (3.7.B.5b)

oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2015 8,494 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 8,097 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Mar 2013 7,930 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 7,578 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 7,359 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 7,017 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 6,912 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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WBH 997J is a 1971 Chesil Speedster in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 WBH 997J, 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

How do I check the history of WBH 997J?

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What year was WBH 997J registered?

WBH 997J is a 1971 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 26 February 1971.

Is WBH 997J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBH 997J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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