CarVerify

Free Car Check

KT05 TUA

2006 Ariel Atom

Blue Petrol 1600cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,993 mi
Last recorded15,993 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2006 Ariel Atom13,697 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ariel
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT05 TUA
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2025 15,993 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 15,962 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 15,553 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 15,514 miles

no windscreen, wipers or washers fitted

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
Full Ariel Atom reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KT05 TUA is a 2006 Ariel Atom in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2006 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 13,697 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 KT05 TUA, 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 20 years old, this Ariel Atom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KT05 TUA?

You can check the full history of KT05 TUA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KT05 TUA registered?

KT05 TUA is a 2006 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 March 2006.

Is KT05 TUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KT05 TUA shows 4 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 KT05 TUA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KT05 TUA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.