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3868 MY

1961 Ariel Leader

Red Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,668 mi
Last recorded11,668 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 1961 Ariel Leader16,318 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3868 MY
MakeAriel
ModelLeader
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 11,668 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 11,463 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 11,082 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 10,753 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 10,341 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 9,963 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 9,389 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 8,876 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 8,492 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 7,679 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 7,679 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2010 6,924 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 6,913 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 6,661 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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3868 MY is a 1961 Ariel Leader in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1961 Ariel Leader models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 16,318 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 3868 MY, 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 65 years old, this Ariel Leader is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 3868 MY registered?

3868 MY is a 1961 Ariel Leader, first registered on 24 May 1961.

Is 3868 MY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3868 MY shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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