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FVF 551K

1972 Chesil Speedster

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,440 mi
Last recorded14,440 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 1972 Chesil Speedster13,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVF 551K
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 14,440 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 12,133 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 12,133 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2022 12,091 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 11,118 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 10,886 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 10,466 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 10,333 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 9,944 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 9,392 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 8,029 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 6,270 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 5,745 miles

front tyres feathered .check tracking

n/s breather pipe rubbing on oil cooler

Pass 30 Jul 2010 5,546 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

fog lamp tell tale not working

surface cracks in petrol pipes near pump

Fail 30 Jul 2010 5,534 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

fog lamp tell tale not working

surface cracks in petrol pipes near pump

Pass 24 Jul 2009 5,018 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 4,538 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 4,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 3,241 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 1,950 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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FVF 551K is a 1972 Chesil Speedster in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Chesil Speedster models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 13,862 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 FVF 551K, 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 54 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 FVF 551K registered?

FVF 551K is a 1972 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is FVF 551K safe to buy?

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