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BL07 BAZ

2008 Mercedes Atego

White Diesel 4250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

123,998 mi
Last recorded123,998 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes Atego68,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL07 BAZ
MakeMercedes
ModelAtego
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 May 2026 123,998 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 May 2025 112,961 miles

Nearside Front inner wheel arch pipe bracket snapped (wires secure)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

exhaust does not leave the body

Fail 19 May 2025 112,961 miles

Nearside Front inner wheel arch pipe bracket snapped (wires secure)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

exhaust does not leave the body

Pass 16 May 2024 111,356 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 103,509 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 86,603 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 77,423 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 76,055 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 71,415 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 71,408 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 62,962 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 53,948 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 49,546 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 44,581 miles

N/s side marker lamp inop.

Pass 7 Mar 2014 41,187 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 35,730 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 23,646 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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BL07 BAZ is a 2008 Mercedes Atego in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes Atego models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 68,714 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 BL07 BAZ, 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 18 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 BL07 BAZ registered?

BL07 BAZ is a 2008 Mercedes Atego, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is BL07 BAZ safe to buy?

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