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WA57 OBC

2007 Ariel Atom

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

11,686 mi
Last recorded11,686 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2007 Ariel Atom9,570 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA57 OBC
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 11,686 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 11,184 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 10,458 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 9,876 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 8,686 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 7,652 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 7,229 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 6,346 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 4,498 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 4,498 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 May 2011 4,319 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 OBC is a 2007 Ariel Atom in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OBC, 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

How do I check the history of WA57 OBC?

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What year was WA57 OBC registered?

WA57 OBC is a 2007 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 December 2007.

Is WA57 OBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA57 OBC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA57 OBC have outstanding finance?

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