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KU10 HBK

2010 Ariel Atom

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,270 mi
Last recorded22,270 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Ariel Atom10,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU10 HBK
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2025 22,270 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 21,668 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 19,711 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 14,111 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 13,054 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 9,725 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 7,620 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 7,481 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 7,039 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 6,585 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 5,481 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 5,040 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 4,045 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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KU10 HBK is a 2010 Ariel Atom in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 KU10 HBK, 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

How do I check the history of KU10 HBK?

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What year was KU10 HBK registered?

KU10 HBK is a 2010 Ariel Atom, first registered on 17 March 2010.

Is KU10 HBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU10 HBK shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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