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972 BPP

1957 Ariel Square Four

Maroon Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

30,082 mi
Last recorded30,082 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2006
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Vehicle Details

Registration972 BPP
MakeAriel
ModelSquare Four
Year1957
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Sep 2006 30,082 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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

throttle revs on r/h lock

How Reliable is the Ariel Square Four?

Based on 562 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

92.0%
Pass Rate
178
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 1
wheel bearings are excessively rough 1
Gradient brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. 1
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972 BPP is a 1957 Ariel Square Four in Maroon with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

The most common reason a Ariel Square Four fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 972 BPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ariel Square Four typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 69 years old, this Ariel Square Four is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 972 BPP registered?

972 BPP is a 1957 Ariel Square Four, first registered on 20 July 1957.

Is 972 BPP safe to buy?

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