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818 LAF

1961 Ariel Leader

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

314 mi
Last recorded314 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 1961 Ariel Leader16,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration818 LAF
MakeAriel
ModelLeader
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 314 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 302 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2014 159 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Fail 13 May 2014 159 miles

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 3 Jan 2012 106 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 60 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 1 miles

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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818 LAF is a 1961 Ariel Leader in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1961 Ariel Leader models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 16,318 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 818 LAF, 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 65 years old, this Ariel Leader is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 818 LAF registered?

818 LAF is a 1961 Ariel Leader, first registered on 31 December 1961.

Is 818 LAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 818 LAF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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