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621 JWL

1960 Ariel Arrow

Gold Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2024
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,240 mi
Last recorded21,240 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 1960 Ariel Arrow22,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration621 JWL
MakeAriel
ModelArrow
Year1960
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 21,240 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2022 21,240 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 21,230 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 21,230 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached Fixing nut loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2014 21,239 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake soft

some engine smoke

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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621 JWL is a 1960 Ariel Arrow in Gold with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1960 Ariel Arrow models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 22,517 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 621 JWL, 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 66 years old, this Ariel Arrow is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 621 JWL?

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What year was 621 JWL registered?

621 JWL is a 1960 Ariel Arrow, first registered on 10 June 1960.

Is 621 JWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 621 JWL shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 621 JWL have outstanding finance?

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