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R5 DUE

2004 Mercedes Atego

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

112,675 mi
Last recorded112,675 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes Atego111,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 DUE
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 112,675 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2025 112,675 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 109,793 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 107,346 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front spring eye bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 107,346 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush Front spring eye bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 102,477 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking /perishing evident in sidewalls of tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 92,860 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 87,380 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 82,559 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 81,588 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 45,812 miles
Fail 30 May 2015

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Inner Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 May 2015
Pass 24 Jul 2014 43,755 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 38,121 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 59,342 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 59,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 48,618 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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R5 DUE is a 2004 Mercedes Atego in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes Atego models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 111,676 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 R5 DUE, 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 22 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 R5 DUE registered?

R5 DUE is a 2004 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 21 July 2004.

Is R5 DUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 DUE shows 18 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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