MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,266 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
both rear tyres on legal limit 1.6
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
both rear tyres on legal limit 1.6
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
play in top steering coloum
How Reliable is the Ariel Atom?
Based on 2,244 MOT tests across 251 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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WA05 LYJ is a 2005 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 2005 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,884 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 WA05 LYJ, 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 21 years old, this Ariel Atom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was WA05 LYJ registered?
WA05 LYJ is a 2005 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 May 2005.
Is WA05 LYJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for WA05 LYJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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