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L66 AUX

2013 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,322 mi
Last recorded12,322 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL66 AUX
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 12,322 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 11,701 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 10,728 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 9,730 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 9,663 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 8,680 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 7,949 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 7,949 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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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L66 AUX is a 2013 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 L66 AUX, 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 13 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 L66 AUX registered?

L66 AUX is a 2013 Ariel Atom, first registered on 8 March 2013.

Is L66 AUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L66 AUX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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