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XIL 2471

1998 Mercedes Atego

Silver Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,251 mi
Last recorded123,251 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIL 2471
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 123,251 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 122,631 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 121,028 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 117,589 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 115,341 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 115,250 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 115,190 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 114,985 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 114,928 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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XIL 2471 is a 1998 Mercedes Atego in Silver with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XIL 2471, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XIL 2471?

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What year was XIL 2471 registered?

XIL 2471 is a 1998 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 15 October 1998.

Is XIL 2471 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIL 2471 shows 9 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.

Does XIL 2471 have outstanding finance?

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