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WA08 KCN

2008 Ariel Atom

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,025 mi
Last recorded10,025 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ariel Atom10,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 KCN
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2023 10,025 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2023 10,025 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2022 9,906 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 8,653 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 7,895 miles

all tyres close to limet

full harness seat belts fitted

no windscreen fitted

Pass 1 Jul 2014 7,670 miles

all tyres wearing

full harnes seat belts fitted

no windscreen,wipers or washers fitted

Fail 1 Jul 2014 7,670 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Parking brake lever missing (3.1.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

full harnes seat belts fitted

no windscreen,wipers or washers fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2013 7,450 miles

full harness seat belts

no windscreen,washers or wipers

Fail 23 Jul 2013 7,450 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

full harness seat belts

no windscreen,washers or wipers

Pass 9 Jul 2012 6,326 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 5,113 miles

slight steering rack play

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 KCN is a 2008 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KCN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA08 KCN registered?

WA08 KCN is a 2008 Ariel Atom, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is WA08 KCN safe to buy?

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