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YOP 415

1959 Ariel Leader

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,620 mi
Last recorded3,620 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2012
Typical for 1959 Ariel Leader27,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOP 415
MakeAriel
ModelLeader
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2012 3,620 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 3,240 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 8 Apr 2011 3,240 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 21 May 2007 3,078 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 2,913 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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YOP 415 is a 1959 Ariel Leader in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1959 Ariel Leader models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 27,684 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 YOP 415, 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 67 years old, this Ariel Leader is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YOP 415?

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What year was YOP 415 registered?

YOP 415 is a 1959 Ariel Leader, first registered on 23 July 1959.

Is YOP 415 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOP 415 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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