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BD05 BOD

2005 Ariel Atom

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

56,057 mi
Last recorded56,057 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Ariel Atom11,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 BOD
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 56,057 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 55,405 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50 15 ~1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ~2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH ~2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2023 54,512 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 54,228 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 53,708 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 53,708 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 51,562 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 49,453 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 13 Oct 2016 49,450 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 11 Sep 2015 46,553 miles

front head lamp aims are poor

offside head lamp loose

slight play from front steering rack inner joints

Pass 5 Aug 2014 43,142 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 38,374 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 34,300 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 34,298 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 25,085 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 22,275 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2008 15,512 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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BD05 BOD is a 2005 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BD05 BOD, 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 BD05 BOD registered?

BD05 BOD is a 2005 Ariel Atom, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is BD05 BOD safe to buy?

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