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FN03 GOU

2003 Mercedes Atego

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

319,653 mi
Last recorded319,653 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes Atego153,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN03 GOU
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 319,653 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 318,727 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 317,451 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 317,400 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 315,262 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 313,818 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 313,682 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 309,712 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 307,493 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes Atego?

Based on 2,906 MOT tests across 384 vehicles.

82.5%
Pass Rate
5,699
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
384
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 11
brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened 10
Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt 9
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 8
Side repeater not working 7
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FN03 GOU is a 2003 Mercedes Atego in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes Atego models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 153,816 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 Mercedes Atego fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 11 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN03 GOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Atego typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes Atego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FN03 GOU registered?

FN03 GOU is a 2003 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 2 July 2003.

Is FN03 GOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN03 GOU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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