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FE59 STE

2011 Ariel Atom

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,823 mi
Last recorded12,823 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Ariel Atom8,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 STE
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2025 12,823 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 12,769 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 12,668 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 12,350 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 12,323 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 11,873 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 11,362 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 10,721 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 8,554 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 5,984 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 4,277 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 2,850 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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FE59 STE is a 2011 Ariel Atom in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2011 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 8,910 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 FE59 STE, 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 15 years old, this Ariel Atom is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE59 STE registered?

FE59 STE is a 2011 Ariel Atom, first registered on 14 March 2011.

Is FE59 STE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE59 STE 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.

Does FE59 STE have outstanding finance?

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