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WJ55 NEN

2005 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

14,341 mi
Last recorded14,341 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ariel Atom11,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 14,341 miles
Pass 5 May 2025 14,044 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 13,740 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 13,472 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 13,259 miles
Pass 3 May 2021 13,073 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 12,491 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 12,488 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 12,168 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 11,888 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 11,881 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 11,123 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 10,324 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 9,708 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 8,965 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Feb 2012 8,212 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 7,174 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 6,265 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 5,310 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 5,309 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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 NEN is a 2005 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 NEN, 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 NEN registered?

WJ55 NEN is a 2005 Ariel Atom, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is WJ55 NEN safe to buy?

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