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WA53 NAO

2003 Ariel Atom

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,549 mi
Last recorded5,549 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 NAO
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 5,549 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 5,431 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 5,388 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 5,372 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 5,088 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 4,786 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 4,775 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 4,696 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 4,327 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 4,327 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 3,920 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 2,622 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 1,853 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 1,836 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

no windscreen or wipers and washers fitted (kit car)

Fail 25 Oct 2006 1,809 miles

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)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear exhaust tail pipe insecure crfacked

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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WA53 NAO is a 2003 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WA53 NAO, 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 23 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 WA53 NAO registered?

WA53 NAO is a 2003 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is WA53 NAO safe to buy?

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