BC04 SMX

2004 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
FORD
Year
2004
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
1560 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 15 December 2018
Last recorded mileage
39,445 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 60/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2004 Ford has 17 MOT tests on record with a 76% pass rate and 39,445 miles. While it has a valid MOT, the pattern of neglect in critical safety systems demands thorough investigation.

The vehicle shows consistent, normal annual usage averaging 8,344 miles/year, with no suspicious drops or spikes, indicating genuine low-usage over its 22-year lifespan.

Things to check

  • Recurring suspension arm failures (Dec 2013, Dec 2015) and advisories (6 related) indicate chronic neglect.
  • Recurring headlamp failures (Apr 2008, Dec 2017) and advisories (6 related) point to systemic electrical issues.
  • Brake pad advisories (Apr 2009, Dec 2017) and one failure (Dec 2017) suggest a pattern of deferred maintenance.
  • The vehicle is 22 years old with a 2004 registration, meaning it will require significant ongoing repairs.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 4 historical failures
  • Consistent, low annual mileage (8,344 mi/yr) suggests light use, potentially extending component life.
  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering, with readings consistent across all tests.
  • The vehicle has a valid MOT certificate, albeit expiring in 2018, which is a positive for immediate roadworthiness.

Mileage history

Apr 2007: 39,445 mi PASSApr 2008: 47,508 mi PASSApr 2008: 47,508 mi FAILApr 2009: 56,268 mi PASSApr 2010: 65,761 mi PASSNov 2010: 72,960 mi PASSDec 2010: 72,966 mi PASSDec 2011: 79,189 mi PASSDec 2012: 86,087 mi PASSDec 2013: 93,059 mi FAILDec 2013: 93,089 mi PASSNov 2014: 98,798 mi PASSDec 2015: 104,028 mi FAILDec 2015: 104,062 mi PASSNov 2016: 109,317 mi PASSDec 2017: 116,503 mi FAILDec 2017: 116,503 mi PASS117k78k39kApr 2007Dec 2017

MOT test history — 13/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Apr 2007 PASS 39,445 mi None recorded
Apr 2008 PASS 47,508 mi None recorded
Apr 2008 FAIL 47,508 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
PRS Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Apr 2009 PASS 56,268 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Apr 2010 PASS 65,761 mi None recorded
Nov 2010 PASS 72,960 mi None recorded
Dec 2010 PASS 72,966 mi None recorded
Dec 2011 PASS 79,189 mi None recorded
Dec 2012 PASS 86,087 mi None recorded
Dec 2013 FAIL 93,059 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
FAIL Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
FAIL Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
ADVISORY Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Dec 2013 PASS 93,089 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nov 2014 PASS 98,798 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Dec 2015 FAIL 104,028 mi
FAIL Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Dec 2015 PASS 104,062 mi None recorded
Nov 2016 PASS 109,317 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Dec 2017 FAIL 116,503 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
FAIL Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
ADVISORY Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
FAIL Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)
Dec 2017 PASS 116,503 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
ADVISORY Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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