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WJ55 KDO

2005 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,500 mi
Last recorded18,500 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Ariel Atom11,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 KDO
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2022 18,500 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 6,222 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018
Pass 1 Jun 2017 17,634 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 17,270 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 15,722 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 12,974 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 12,324 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 11,336 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 9,983 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 8,490 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 5,850 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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WJ55 KDO is a 2005 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 11,884 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 WJ55 KDO, 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 21 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 WJ55 KDO registered?

WJ55 KDO is a 2005 Ariel Atom, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is WJ55 KDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ55 KDO shows 12 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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