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AJ62 TEU

2012 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,290 mi
Last recorded25,290 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Ariel Atom10,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ62 TEU
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2025 25,290 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer shoulder low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2024 22,505 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items.

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 22 Jul 2023 19,621 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted unable to check certain items

Pass 8 Jul 2022 17,359 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 14,690 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 12,171 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 10,126 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 4,538 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 3,725 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 1,027 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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AJ62 TEU is a 2012 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 98.1% with a typical mileage of 10,126 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 AJ62 TEU, 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 14 years old, this Ariel Atom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJ62 TEU registered?

AJ62 TEU is a 2012 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is AJ62 TEU safe to buy?

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