MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,910 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
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)
Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)
Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
f/r brakes poor [require bedding in]
How Reliable is the Ariel Red Hunter?
Based on 1,323 MOT tests across 314 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KAP 114 is a 1955 Ariel Red Hunter in Maroon with a 350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1955 Ariel Red Hunter models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 10,266 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 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 KAP 114, 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 71 years old, this Ariel Red Hunter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was KAP 114 registered?
KAP 114 is a 1955 Ariel Red Hunter, first registered on 6 May 1955.
Is KAP 114 safe to buy?
The MOT history for KAP 114 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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