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WA09 JWD

2009 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,602 mi
Last recorded12,602 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2023
Typical for 2009 Ariel Atom12,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA09 JWD
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2023 12,602 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 12,498 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2013 12,498 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 11,177 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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WA09 JWD is a 2009 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 12,812 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 WA09 JWD, 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 17 years old, this Ariel Atom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA09 JWD registered?

WA09 JWD is a 2009 Ariel Atom, first registered on 10 July 2009.

Is WA09 JWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA09 JWD shows 4 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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