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AE56 XNM

2006 Ariel Atom

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,760 mi
Last recorded26,760 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Ariel Atom13,697 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE56 XNM
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 26,760 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2025 26,759 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 25,435 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2023 25,012 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 24,840 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 24,557 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 20,300 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 6,627 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 6,562 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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AE56 XNM is a 2006 Ariel Atom in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 13,697 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 AE56 XNM, 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 20 years old, this Ariel Atom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE56 XNM registered?

AE56 XNM is a 2006 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 November 2006.

Is AE56 XNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE56 XNM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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