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AT52 TOM

2011 Ariel Atom

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,964 mi
Last recorded15,964 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Ariel Atom8,910 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT52 TOM
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2011
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 15,964 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 15,889 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 13,732 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 13,722 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 9,838 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2022 9,837 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.5.4 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 9,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 9,064 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 3,515 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 3,511 miles

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 Apr 2015 2,730 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 969 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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AT52 TOM is a 2011 Ariel Atom in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2011 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 8,910 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 AT52 TOM, 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 15 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 AT52 TOM registered?

AT52 TOM is a 2011 Ariel Atom, first registered on 20 January 2011.

Is AT52 TOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT52 TOM shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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