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721 TKE

1981 Ariel Leader

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,547 mi
Last recorded12,547 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2008
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Vehicle Details

Registration721 TKE
MakeAriel
ModelLeader
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2008 12,547 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front tyre cracking

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 15 Mar 2008 12,547 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Front tyre cracking

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 12,125 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake lever touches screen

front tyre starting to crack

Pass 28 Mar 2006 11,751 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Ariel Leader?

Based on 1,148 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
154
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
Direction indicator not working 2
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721 TKE is a 1981 Ariel Leader in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Ariel Leader fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 721 TKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ariel Leader typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 45 years old, this Ariel Leader is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 721 TKE?

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What year was 721 TKE registered?

721 TKE is a 1981 Ariel Leader, first registered on 28 April 1981.

Is 721 TKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for 721 TKE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 721 TKE have outstanding finance?

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