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AT05 FUN

2005 Ariel Atom

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

13,686 mi
Last recorded13,686 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Ariel Atom11,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT05 FUN
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 13,686 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 11,143 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 10,534 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 10,495 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 10,156 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 10,116 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 10,030 miles

P/Brake efficiency low at 18% (16% = MINIMUM limit)

Pass 25 Jul 2018 9,690 miles

P/Brake efficiency getting low at 17% (16% = MINIMUM limit)

Pass 29 Aug 2017 9,600 miles

N/S/F indicator 'TELL TAIL' light n/w

Pass 5 Aug 2016 9,400 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 9,273 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 8,874 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 7,981 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 7,563 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 7,476 miles

N/S/R tyre starting to get abit low on tread

Pass 18 Aug 2010 6,586 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 5,393 miles

Reduced performance at park brakes.

Tyres show delamination.

Fail 13 Aug 2009 5,177 miles

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Reduced performance at park brakes.

Tyres show delamination.

Pass 1 Sep 2008 4,176 miles

Front registration plate should be in the vertical plane.

Park brake lever is poor at ratchet.

front brakes are out of ballance.

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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AT05 FUN is a 2005 Ariel Atom in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AT05 FUN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AT05 FUN registered?

AT05 FUN is a 2005 Ariel Atom, first registered on 26 July 2005.

Is AT05 FUN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT05 FUN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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