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FWL 589

1938 Ariel Red Hunter

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,025 mi
Last recorded8,025 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWL 589
MakeAriel
ModelRed Hunter
Year1938
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2012 8,025 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front tyre perished

Pass 1 Jun 2011 8,025 miles

Front tyre perished

Rear foot brake travel

Fail 1 Jun 2011 8,025 miles

Front tyre perished

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Rear foot brake travel

Pass 10 Jun 2010 8,025 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 8,025 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 8,025 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 8,025 miles

How Reliable is the Ariel Red Hunter?

Based on 1,323 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.

92.1%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on 5
Horn not working 5
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FWL 589 is a 1938 Ariel Red Hunter in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Ariel Red Hunter fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FWL 589, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ariel Red Hunter typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 88 years old, this Ariel Red Hunter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FWL 589?

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What year was FWL 589 registered?

FWL 589 is a 1938 Ariel Red Hunter, first registered on 4 January 1938.

Is FWL 589 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWL 589 shows 7 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.

Does FWL 589 have outstanding finance?

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