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WA08 RXN

2008 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,162 mi
Last recorded19,162 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ariel Atom10,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 RXN
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 19,162 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 19,030 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 18,869 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 18,638 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 18,637 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019 18,431 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 18,431 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 17,585 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 16,675 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 15,121 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 14,103 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 12,142 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 9,544 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,735 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 RXN is a 2008 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RXN, 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

How do I check the history of WA08 RXN?

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What year was WA08 RXN registered?

WA08 RXN is a 2008 Ariel Atom, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is WA08 RXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 RXN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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