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HY12 TCJ

2012 Mercedes Atego

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

342,652 mi
Last recorded342,652 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 TCJ
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 342,652 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 328,059 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 327,979 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 308,449 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 308,328 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 307,873 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 305,987 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2020 305,905 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 289,890 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 289,687 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 263,223 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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HY12 TCJ is a 2012 Mercedes Atego in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HY12 TCJ, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes Atego is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HY12 TCJ?

You can check the full history of HY12 TCJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HY12 TCJ registered?

HY12 TCJ is a 2012 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is HY12 TCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY12 TCJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY12 TCJ have outstanding finance?

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