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837 FWU

1963 Ariel Arrow

Cream Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,541 mi
Last recorded30,541 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 1963 Ariel Arrow17,139 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration837 FWU
MakeAriel
ModelArrow
Year1963
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 30,541 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 30,214 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 29,704 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play swingarm pivot (2.4.A2a(i))

Front tyre perishing

Pass 16 Sep 2014 29,488 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 28,772 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 28,568 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 28,059 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 27,206 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2008 26,838 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 26,419 miles

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 26,419 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 26,291 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 7 Jul 2005 26,096 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2005 26,096 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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837 FWU is a 1963 Ariel Arrow in Cream with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 837 FWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 837 FWU?

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What year was 837 FWU registered?

837 FWU is a 1963 Ariel Arrow, first registered on 12 September 1963.

Is 837 FWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 837 FWU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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