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YYJ 780

1959 Ariel Leader

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,922 mi
Last recorded37,922 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2012
Typical for 1959 Ariel Leader27,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYJ 780
MakeAriel
ModelLeader
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2012 37,922 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 May 2009 36,620 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 35,560 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 May 2007 34,972 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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YYJ 780 is a 1959 Ariel Leader in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Ariel Leader models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 27,684 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YYJ 780, 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 67 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 YYJ 780 registered?

YYJ 780 is a 1959 Ariel Leader, first registered on 1 September 1959.

Is YYJ 780 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYJ 780 shows 4 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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