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YJ05 ODG

2005 Mercedes Atego

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

101,947 mi
Last recorded101,947 miles
Recorded on26 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Mercedes Atego98,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 ODG
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2025 101,947 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 99,126 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt one at the steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 922,045 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 922,045 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt sealed (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 97,215 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 96,157 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 95,218 miles

slight airleak at the nearside rear parking brake actuator with the parking brake off

Pass 5 Mar 2015 87,398 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 77,630 miles

method of securing the generator exhaust system

Pass 8 Mar 2013 71,734 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Mar 2012 640,642 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 61,905 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 50,318 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 39,431 miles

Centre Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 39,431 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 31,730 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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YJ05 ODG is a 2005 Mercedes Atego in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes Atego models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 98,986 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 YJ05 ODG, 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 21 years old, this Mercedes Atego is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ05 ODG registered?

YJ05 ODG is a 2005 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is YJ05 ODG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ05 ODG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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