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596 PRF

1957 Ariel Red Hunter

Maroon Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,076 mi
Last recorded27,076 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2012
Typical for 1957 Ariel Red Hunter22,830 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration596 PRF
MakeAriel
ModelRed Hunter
Year1957
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2012 27,076 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 26,950 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 26,874 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 26,382 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 25,908 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 25,484 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 25,212 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Ariel Red Hunter?

Based on 1,323 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

92.1%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on 5
Horn not working 5
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596 PRF is a 1957 Ariel Red Hunter in Maroon with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1957 Ariel Red Hunter models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 22,830 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ariel Red Hunter fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 596 PRF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ariel Red Hunter typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 69 years old, this Ariel Red Hunter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 596 PRF registered?

596 PRF is a 1957 Ariel Red Hunter, first registered on 16 April 1957.

Is 596 PRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 596 PRF shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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