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AT03 MAK

2005 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

32,614 mi
Last recorded32,614 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ariel Atom11,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT03 MAK
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 32,614 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 32,614 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 31,700 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 31,120 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 30,610 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 30,601 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Offside Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 30,500 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 29,950 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020
Pass 22 Feb 2019
Pass 24 Feb 2018 25,100 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 24,242 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 21,995 miles

four point harness fitted to both seats

Fail 11 Feb 2016 21,990 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

four point harness fitted to both seats

Pass 10 Apr 2015 18,527 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 17,827 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 14,000 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 13,460 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 13,181 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 13,127 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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AT03 MAK is a 2005 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MAK, 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 AT03 MAK registered?

AT03 MAK is a 2005 Ariel Atom, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is AT03 MAK safe to buy?

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