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WX09 OAS

2009 Ariel Atom

Orange Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,511 mi
Last recorded25,511 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Ariel Atom12,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX09 OAS
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 25,511 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 23,090 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 23,030 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 18,255 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 16,200 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 13,204 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 12,835 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 12,206 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 11,330 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 8,636 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 8,437 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 8,437 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

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

high level/ 3rd brake light unit inoperative at time of test

o/s/f & n/s/f tyres going bald on inner edges

o/s/r & n/s/r tyres going bald on inner edges

Pass 12 Jul 2014 7,151 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)

reverse light unit insecure

Pass 6 Jul 2013 6,511 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 1 Aug 2012 6,298 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)

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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WX09 OAS is a 2009 Ariel Atom in Orange with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 12,812 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 WX09 OAS, 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 17 years old, this Ariel Atom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WX09 OAS?

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What year was WX09 OAS registered?

WX09 OAS is a 2009 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 April 2009.

Is WX09 OAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX09 OAS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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