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WA08 KCO

2008 Ariel Atom

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,540 mi
Last recorded22,540 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ariel Atom10,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 KCO
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 22,540 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 21,100 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 19,998 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 19,922 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 19,204 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 18,603 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 18,506 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 17,903 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 14,901 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 14,391 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 13,885 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 12,879 miles

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 KCO is a 2008 Ariel Atom in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KCO, 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 KCO registered?

WA08 KCO is a 2008 Ariel Atom, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is WA08 KCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 KCO shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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