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AT03 DON

2008 Ariel Atom

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,822 mi
Last recorded35,822 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Ariel Atom10,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT03 DON
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2025 35,822 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 32,486 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 31,729 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 29,848 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 24,267 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 24,214 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 22,597 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 21,396 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 18,220 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 16,650 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 12,942 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 10,696 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 5,200 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

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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AT03 DON is a 2008 Ariel Atom in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.0% with a typical mileage of 10,334 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 AT03 DON, 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 18 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 AT03 DON registered?

AT03 DON is a 2008 Ariel Atom, first registered on 2 September 2008.

Is AT03 DON safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT03 DON shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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