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NK05 UFO

2006 Ariel Atom

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,811 mi
Last recorded32,811 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Ariel Atom13,697 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK05 UFO
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 32,811 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm rose joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Has been repaired (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 32,811 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm rose joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Has been repaired (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track control arm slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 31,751 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rose joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 31,554 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 31,220 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 31,213 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 29,901 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 29,495 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 28,780 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 28,540 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 27,545 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 26,996 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 24,640 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 22,801 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 22,801 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 15 Dec 2009 22,786 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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NK05 UFO is a 2006 Ariel Atom in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 NK05 UFO, 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.

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What year was NK05 UFO registered?

NK05 UFO is a 2006 Ariel Atom, first registered on 23 November 2006.

Is NK05 UFO safe to buy?

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