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FN56 EXM

2006 Mercedes Atego

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

118,270 mi
Last recorded118,270 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Mercedes Atego103,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN56 EXM
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 118,270 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 110,818 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 106,842 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2022 101,053 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi to box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 May 2022 101,053 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose flexi to box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 93,159 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2020 92,256 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 92,256 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 71,222 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2019 71,163 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 69,659 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 69,210 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 66,774 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 66,774 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 63,038 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 63,038 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 57,990 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 47,956 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 39,039 miles

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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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FN56 EXM is a 2006 Mercedes Atego in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2006 Mercedes Atego models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 103,948 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 FN56 EXM, 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 20 years old, this Mercedes Atego is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FN56 EXM registered?

FN56 EXM is a 2006 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is FN56 EXM safe to buy?

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