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188 YUD

1963 Ariel Arrow

Gold Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

1,289 mi
Last recorded1,289 miles
Recorded on14 May 2020
Typical for 1963 Ariel Arrow17,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration188 YUD
MakeAriel
ModelArrow
Year1963
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2020 1,289 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 1,282 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 1,262 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 1,203 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 960 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 960 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 1 May 2015 815 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 581 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 228 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 75 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 8 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 7 miles

How Reliable is the Ariel Arrow?

Based on 1,653 MOT tests across 319 vehicles.

94.2%
Pass Rate
99
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
319
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Riders seat insecure 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3
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188 YUD is a 1963 Ariel Arrow in Gold with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1963 Ariel Arrow models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.0% with a typical mileage of 17,139 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 188 YUD, 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 63 years old, this Ariel Arrow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 188 YUD?

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What year was 188 YUD registered?

188 YUD is a 1963 Ariel Arrow, first registered on 1 September 1963.

Is 188 YUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 188 YUD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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