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WOV 787

1958 Ariel Square Four

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,495 mi
Last recorded1,495 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2011
Typical for 1958 Ariel Square Four30,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ariel
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWOV 787
MakeAriel
ModelSquare Four
Year1958
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2011 1,495 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 1,473 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 1,431 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 1,149 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 893 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2006 798 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 389 miles

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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WOV 787 is a 1958 Ariel Square Four in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1958 Ariel Square Four models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.8% with a typical mileage of 30,438 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WOV 787, 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 68 years old, this Ariel Square Four is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WOV 787 registered?

WOV 787 is a 1958 Ariel Square Four, first registered on 14 August 1958.

Is WOV 787 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WOV 787 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.

Does WOV 787 have outstanding finance?

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