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L13 OOA

2009 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,329 mi
Last recorded7,329 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Ariel Atom12,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL13 OOA
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2024 7,329 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 7,256 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 7,133 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 6,998 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 6,509 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 5,936 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 5,180 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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L13 OOA is a 2009 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2009 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 12,812 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 L13 OOA, 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 17 years old, this Ariel Atom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L13 OOA registered?

L13 OOA is a 2009 Ariel Atom, first registered on 11 October 2009.

Is L13 OOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L13 OOA shows 7 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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