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C8 XTJ

2010 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,933 mi
Last recorded30,933 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2010 Ariel Atom10,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 XTJ
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2025 30,933 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 30,557 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 30,158 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 29,742 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 29,417 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 29,009 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 27,794 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 21,362 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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C8 XTJ is a 2010 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2010 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 10,886 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 C8 XTJ, 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 16 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 C8 XTJ registered?

C8 XTJ is a 2010 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 March 2010.

Is C8 XTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 XTJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C8 XTJ have outstanding finance?

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