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WA58 GKG

2008 Ariel Atom

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,530 mi
Last recorded15,530 miles
Recorded on5 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Ariel Atom10,334 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA58 GKG
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 May 2021 15,530 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 14,875 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 14,813 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 14,641 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 13,926 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 13,212 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 12,326 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 11,466 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 10,439 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 9,229 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 7,983 miles

slight wear on tyre edges

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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WA58 GKG is a 2008 Ariel Atom in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.0% with a typical mileage of 10,334 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 WA58 GKG, 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 18 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 WA58 GKG registered?

WA58 GKG is a 2008 Ariel Atom, first registered on 17 September 2008.

Is WA58 GKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA58 GKG shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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