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WJ55 MYL

2005 Ariel Atom

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

39,379 mi
Last recorded39,379 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Ariel Atom11,884 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ55 MYL
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2020 39,379 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 38,994 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 38,942 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 22,943 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 21,512 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 18,970 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 15,809 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 12,609 miles

nearside rear tyre becoming close to the legal limit

offside front direction lamp lens held by tape

Fail 17 Nov 2009 12,606 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear tyre becoming close to the legal limit

offside front direction lamp lens held by tape

Pass 19 Nov 2008 9,849 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 9,849 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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 MYL is a 2005 Ariel Atom in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 WJ55 MYL, 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 MYL registered?

WJ55 MYL is a 2005 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 November 2005.

Is WJ55 MYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ55 MYL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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