MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,367 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
front brake wants bedding in
when testing i have taken in cosideration age and the design of this bike
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
unsble to do wheel alinement as it has loose rear wheel
Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
front brake wants setting up.i have took in to consideration age and design of bike when testing.
front brake wants setting up.i have took in to consideration age and design of bike when testing.
How Reliable is the Ariel Arrow?
Based on 1,653 MOT tests across 319 vehicles.
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187 XHU is a 1964 Ariel Arrow in Green with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1964 Ariel Arrow models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 13,806 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 Arrow fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 187 XHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Ariel Arrow typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 62 years old, this Ariel Arrow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was 187 XHU registered?
187 XHU is a 1964 Ariel Arrow, first registered on 8 July 1964.
Is 187 XHU safe to buy?
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