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R300 ATM

2008 Ariel Atom

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

13,534 mi
Last recorded13,534 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Ariel Atom10,334 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 ATM
MakeAriel
ModelAtom
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 13,534 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 13,408 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 13,213 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 12,716 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 12,018 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 12,010 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever missing (3.1.3a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 11,147 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 10,079 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 10,067 miles

Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 9,200 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 7,006 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 6,937 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 4,609 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

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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R300 ATM is a 2008 Ariel Atom in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Ariel Atom models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.0% with a typical mileage of 10,334 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 R300 ATM, 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 18 years old, this Ariel Atom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R300 ATM registered?

R300 ATM is a 2008 Ariel Atom, first registered on 25 November 2008.

Is R300 ATM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R300 ATM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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