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SNZ 2416

1998 Mercedes Atego

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

244,969 mi
Last recorded244,969 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNZ 2416
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 244,969 miles

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cab chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front screen washer bottle securing strap corroded

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

Fail 3 Jul 2020 244,841 miles

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced cab floor ,seat mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear bush/pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cab chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front washer bottle securing strap corroded

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear /worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 May 2018 237,147 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Worn out of shape

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

Pass 9 May 2017 235,056 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 235,056 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 222,293 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 209,441 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 209,441 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 196,855 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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SNZ 2416 is a 1998 Mercedes Atego in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SNZ 2416, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes Atego is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SNZ 2416 registered?

SNZ 2416 is a 1998 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is SNZ 2416 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNZ 2416 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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