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HIL 6537

1999 Mercedes Atego

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

340,957 mi
Last recorded340,957 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mercedes Atego177,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHIL 6537
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 340,957 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 337,426 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced locker framework (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2025 337,426 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced locker framework (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 335,211 miles

Front tyres approaching ten years old

Locker frames corroded

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 332,321 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all locker framework (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 330,159 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all locker framework (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 326,910 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 326,015 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2019 322,617 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 320,334 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 317,095 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 314,386 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 311,932 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 308,823 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 304,455 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 299,486 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 295,531 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 298,521 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Vehicle appears to have had a non standard chassis extension.

Pass 20 Mar 2008 297,453 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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HIL 6537 is a 1999 Mercedes Atego in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes Atego models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 177,528 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HIL 6537, 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 27 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 HIL 6537 registered?

HIL 6537 is a 1999 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is HIL 6537 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HIL 6537 shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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