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RO55 UFO

2009 Ariel Atom

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,929 mi
Last recorded21,929 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Ariel Atom12,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO55 UFO
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 21,929 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 21,929 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 20,210 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 18,962 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 18,809 miles
Fail 9 May 2022 18,809 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2021 18,496 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 17,940 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 17,119 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 16,444 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 14,920 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 13,980 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 11,129 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 8,741 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 8,719 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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RO55 UFO is a 2009 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 RO55 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 17 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 RO55 UFO registered?

RO55 UFO is a 2009 Ariel Atom, first registered on 18 March 2009.

Is RO55 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO55 UFO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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