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MU61 GEN

2011 Ariel Atom

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,750 mi
Last recorded4,750 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Ariel Atom8,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU61 GEN
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 4,750 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 4,628 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 4,265 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 3,775 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 3,522 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged All four tyre valves are perished/cracking. (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 16 May 2022 3,522 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Valve stem slightly damaged All four tyre valves are perished/cracking. (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 3,358 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 3,318 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 2,985 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 2,941 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 2,579 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 1,979 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 1,966 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 1,965 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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MU61 GEN is a 2011 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 8,910 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 MU61 GEN, 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 15 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 MU61 GEN registered?

MU61 GEN is a 2011 Ariel Atom, first registered on 8 September 2011.

Is MU61 GEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MU61 GEN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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