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AT04 DRG

2004 Ariel Atom

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

7,284 mi
Last recorded7,284 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 2004 Ariel Atom15,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT04 DRG
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 7,284 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 7,284 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 7,001 miles

fuel filler neck pipe deteriated

Pass 2 Sep 2013 6,813 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 6,651 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 6,441 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 6,103 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 5,561 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 4,992 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 4,422 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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AT04 DRG is a 2004 Ariel Atom in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2004 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 15,782 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 AT04 DRG, 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 22 years old, this Ariel Atom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AT04 DRG registered?

AT04 DRG is a 2004 Ariel Atom, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is AT04 DRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT04 DRG shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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