Official DVLA Record

1957 Ariel 0.5L Petrol · 829 XWA

829 XWA

1957 Ariel (0.5L, petrol). First registered 11/03/1957. Recorded mileage 26,691 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
ARIEL
Year / Origin
1957
MOT Status
Valid until 21/09/2024
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
26,691 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.5L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 21/09/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1957
Engine
500cc

829 XWA Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2023
  • 26,691 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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829 XWA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 02:42
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 1957 Ariel Unknown (829 XWA) between September 2023 and September 2023.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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