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WA56 OZV

2006 Ariel Atom

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,389 mi
Last recorded11,389 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2011
Typical for 2006 Ariel Atom13,697 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA56 OZV
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Dec 2011 11,389 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 11,389 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 9,602 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 7,328 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 7,328 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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WA56 OZV is a 2006 Ariel Atom in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 13,697 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 WA56 OZV, 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 20 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 WA56 OZV registered?

WA56 OZV is a 2006 Ariel Atom, first registered on 14 December 2006.

Is WA56 OZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA56 OZV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA56 OZV have outstanding finance?

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