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186 FME

1955 Ariel Red Hunter

Maroon Petrol 350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,947 mi
Last recorded75,947 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 1955 Ariel Red Hunter10,266 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration186 FME
MakeAriel
ModelRed Hunter
Year1955
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine350cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2012 75,947 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 75,920 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 75,894 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 75,843 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 75,742 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 75,669 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 75,669 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 75,617 miles

How Reliable is the Ariel Red Hunter?

Based on 1,323 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

92.1%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on 5
Horn not working 5
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186 FME is a 1955 Ariel Red Hunter in Maroon with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1955 Ariel Red Hunter models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 10,266 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ariel Red Hunter fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 186 FME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ariel Red Hunter typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 71 years old, this Ariel Red Hunter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 186 FME?

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What year was 186 FME registered?

186 FME is a 1955 Ariel Red Hunter, first registered on 2 August 1955.

Is 186 FME safe to buy?

The MOT history for 186 FME shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 186 FME have outstanding finance?

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