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AA54 JEM

2005 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,224 mi
Last recorded6,224 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Ariel Atom11,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA54 JEM
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 6,224 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 6,122 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 5,651 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 5,331 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 5,234 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 5,234 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2019

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 16,485 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 16,476 miles

Emissions not tested idle fault (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2016 14,920 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 13,166 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 13,002 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 12,458 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 11,457 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 8,894 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 8,890 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 8,733 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 7,316 miles

How Reliable is the Ariel Atom?

Based on 2,244 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.

90.3%
Pass Rate
723
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
251
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 38
Stop lamp not working 28
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 25
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 22
Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard 14
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AA54 JEM is a 2005 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,884 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ariel Atom fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AA54 JEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ariel Atom typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Ariel Atom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AA54 JEM registered?

AA54 JEM is a 2005 Ariel Atom, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is AA54 JEM safe to buy?

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