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WA08 KBY

2008 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,233 mi
Last recorded3,233 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Ariel Atom10,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 KBY
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2015 3,233 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 1,614 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 1,314 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 1,229 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 1,060 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 1,050 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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WA08 KBY is a 2008 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.0% with a typical mileage of 10,334 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 WA08 KBY, 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 18 years old, this Ariel Atom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WA08 KBY registered?

WA08 KBY is a 2008 Ariel Atom, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is WA08 KBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 KBY shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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