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RSJ 205

1958 Ariel Huntmaster

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

3,332 mi
Last recorded3,332 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2012
Typical for 1958 Ariel Huntmaster16,541 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRSJ 205
MakeAriel
ModelHuntmaster
Year1958
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2012 3,332 miles

Oil leak

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

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 3,074 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Oil leak

play in sidecar wheel

Pass 30 Jul 2010 2,763 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 2,597 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

freeplay in sidecar suspension

Pass 29 Jul 2008 2,351 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Oil leak

Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

clutch cable starting to snap

Pass 21 Jul 2007 1,872 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 1,766 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 1,766 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Sidecar attachment has abnormal play (5.1.A.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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RSJ 205 is a 1958 Ariel Huntmaster in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1958 Ariel Huntmaster models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 16,541 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 RSJ 205, 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 68 years old, this Ariel Huntmaster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RSJ 205 registered?

RSJ 205 is a 1958 Ariel Huntmaster, first registered on 3 November 1958.

Is RSJ 205 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RSJ 205 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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