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970 YUS

1984 Ariel Arrow

Red Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,081 mi
Last recorded55,081 miles
Recorded on19 May 2012
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Vehicle Details

Registration970 YUS
MakeAriel
ModelArrow
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 May 2012 55,081 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 55,073 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 54,980 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 54,923 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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970 YUS is a 1984 Ariel Arrow in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 970 YUS, 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 42 years old, this Ariel Arrow is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 970 YUS registered?

970 YUS is a 1984 Ariel Arrow, first registered on 27 February 1984.

Is 970 YUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 970 YUS shows 4 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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