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WA57 NWB

2007 Ariel Atom

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,303 mi
Last recorded18,303 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Ariel Atom9,570 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA57 NWB
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 18,303 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 18,093 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 17,996 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 17,970 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 17,502 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 14,320 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Aug 2021 14,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 May 2019 10,083 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 9,627 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 7,315 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 5,391 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 3,442 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 1,722 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 1,541 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 1,431 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 1,431 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 1,281 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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WA57 NWB is a 2007 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2007 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 9,570 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WA57 NWB, 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 19 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 WA57 NWB registered?

WA57 NWB is a 2007 Ariel Atom, first registered on 20 November 2007.

Is WA57 NWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA57 NWB shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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