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AT04 RGT

2016 Ariel Atom

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

72,301 mi
Last recorded72,301 miles
Recorded on25 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT04 RGT
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2026 72,301 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 68,251 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 10,851 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 62,010 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 2-3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 2-3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 61,961 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 2-3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 2-3mm approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 10,578 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 55,074 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 3mm, inner may be less (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad 3mm, inner maybe less (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 45,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre over ten years old fitted to a rear axle of a bus (5.2.3 (m))

Pass 18 May 2022 10,404 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 9,823 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 35,983 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in-between tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Damage to rear tailgate covered in duct tape

Pass 9 Jun 2020 24,820 miles

Nearside Rear nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 23 Mar 2020 9,396 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 19,067 miles

Nearside Front nail in n/s/f tyre

Rear rear washer jet blocked

Pass 18 Jan 2019 8,532 miles

Speedo inop

Pass 18 Apr 2017 8,409 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 8,393 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 8,186 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 8,026 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 7,360 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 RGT is a 2016 Ariel Atom in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 RGT, 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 10 years old, this Ariel Atom is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AT04 RGT registered?

AT04 RGT is a 2016 Ariel Atom, first registered on 16 June 2016.

Is AT04 RGT safe to buy?

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