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RM04 MCT

2004 Mercedes Atego

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

181,387 mi
Last recorded181,387 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes Atego111,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRM04 MCT
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 181,387 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2025 181,238 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 178,314 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2024 178,146 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 173,593 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 166,926 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 162,103 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 150,260 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 150,009 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 146,973 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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RM04 MCT is a 2004 Mercedes Atego in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 RM04 MCT, 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 RM04 MCT registered?

RM04 MCT is a 2004 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is RM04 MCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RM04 MCT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RM04 MCT have outstanding finance?

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