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COJ 314C

1965 Ariel Leader

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

18,298 mi
Last recorded18,298 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2009
Typical for 1965 Ariel Leader16,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOJ 314C
MakeAriel
ModelLeader
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2009 18,298 miles

Front Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 18,298 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 16,685 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2007 14,751 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 14,751 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 31 May 2006 12,577 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2006 12,577 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Pass 31 May 2005 10,239 miles

How Reliable is the Ariel Leader?

Based on 1,148 MOT tests across 262 vehicles.

93.2%
Pass Rate
154
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
262
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 2
Direction indicator not working 2
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COJ 314C is a 1965 Ariel Leader in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1965 Ariel Leader models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 16,876 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 Leader fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying COJ 314C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ariel Leader typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 61 years old, this Ariel Leader is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was COJ 314C registered?

COJ 314C is a 1965 Ariel Leader, first registered on 19 March 1965.

Is COJ 314C safe to buy?

The MOT history for COJ 314C shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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