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J77 ATM

2005 Ariel Atom

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

525 mi
Last recorded525 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Ariel Atom11,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ77 ATM
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2017 525 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 15 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 4,767 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 4,767 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 4 Aug 2014 4,295 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all four tyres close to wear marks

Pass 26 Jul 2013 4,246 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 4,200 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 3,744 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 3,703 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 3,538 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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J77 ATM is a 2005 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J77 ATM, 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 J77 ATM registered?

J77 ATM is a 2005 Ariel Atom, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is J77 ATM safe to buy?

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