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SDO 255J

1996 Chesil Speedster

Blue Petrol 1750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,970 mi
Last recorded12,970 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDO 255J
MakeChesil
ModelSpeedster
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,750cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 12,970 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 12,821 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 12,686 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2016 12,686 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 12,248 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 12,211 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 12,211 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 11,335 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 10,857 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 10,648 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 9,478 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 8,560 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 7,542 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 7,537 miles

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2006 7,469 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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SDO 255J is a 1996 Chesil Speedster in Blue with a 1,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SDO 255J, 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 30 years old, this Chesil Speedster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SDO 255J registered?

SDO 255J is a 1996 Chesil Speedster, first registered on 26 September 1996.

Is SDO 255J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDO 255J shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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