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WA10 CXK

2010 Ariel Atom

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,463 mi
Last recorded16,463 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Ariel Atom10,886 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA10 CXK
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 16,463 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 16,462 miles

Emissions unable to be completed cat missing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Fail 8 May 2026 16,434 miles

Emissions unable to be completed cat missing (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 15,632 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 15,085 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 14,643 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 13,901 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 12,792 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 12,565 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 12,108 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

n/s rear parking brake only just met

Pass 27 Mar 2018 10,921 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 9,435 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 8,555 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 6,598 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 6,075 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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WA10 CXK is a 2010 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 10,886 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 WA10 CXK, 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 16 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 WA10 CXK registered?

WA10 CXK is a 2010 Ariel Atom, first registered on 13 May 2010.

Is WA10 CXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA10 CXK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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