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885 AWL

1956 Ariel Huntmaster

Maroon Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,771 mi
Last recorded21,771 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2012
Typical for 1956 Ariel Huntmaster31,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration885 AWL
MakeAriel
ModelHuntmaster
Year1956
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2012 21,771 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 20,995 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 18,815 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 18,813 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2009 1,581 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 1,184 miles

Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 7,808 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 5,352 miles

How Reliable is the Ariel Huntmaster?

Based on 599 MOT tests across 140 vehicles.

94.7%
Pass Rate
304
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
140
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 2
Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars 1
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 1
suspension has inadequate damping effect. 1
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885 AWL is a 1956 Ariel Huntmaster in Maroon with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1956 Ariel Huntmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 31,634 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 Huntmaster fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 885 AWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ariel Huntmaster typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 70 years old, this Ariel Huntmaster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 885 AWL registered?

885 AWL is a 1956 Ariel Huntmaster, first registered on 18 August 1956.

Is 885 AWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 885 AWL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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