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871 XUL

1958 Ariel Square Four

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,926 mi
Last recorded78,926 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 1958 Ariel Square Four30,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration871 XUL
MakeAriel
ModelSquare Four
Year1958
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2020 78,926 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 78,840 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 78,731 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 78,650 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 78,572 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 78,566 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 78,559 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 78,426 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 78,342 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 78,067 miles

How Reliable is the Ariel Square Four?

Based on 562 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

92.0%
Pass Rate
178
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 2
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 1
wheel bearings are excessively rough 1
Gradient brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. 1
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871 XUL is a 1958 Ariel Square Four in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1958 Ariel Square Four models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.8% with a typical mileage of 30,438 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ariel Square Four fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 871 XUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ariel Square Four typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 68 years old, this Ariel Square Four is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 871 XUL registered?

871 XUL is a 1958 Ariel Square Four, first registered on 3 April 1958.

Is 871 XUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 871 XUL shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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