BJ04 FXL

2004 VAUXHALL — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

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

Vehicle details

Make & model
VAUXHALL
Year
2004
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
BLACK
Engine
998 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 16 June 2017
Last recorded mileage
25,258 mi

AI verdict AVOID 47/100

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

This 2004 Vauxhall has 19 MOT tests on record with a 53% pass rate and 25,258 miles. The vehicle's MOT status is currently 'Not valid' with an expiry date of 2017-06-16, which is a critical red flag for a 22-year-old car.

The mileage trajectory is consistent with normal UK usage, averaging 6,416 miles per year, with no suspicious drops or spikes detected across 19 MOT tests.

Things to check

  • MOT status is 'Not valid' with expiry 2017-06-16 — a 22-year-old vehicle has no current MOT.
  • 9 major failures across 19 tests (Mar 2008, Apr 2009, May 2013, May 2014, May 2015, Jun 2016) — consistent neglect.
  • Recurring major failures in lights (11 times), windscreen (8 times), and suspension (5 times) — systemic issues.
  • Mileage of 25,258 miles over 22 years is extremely low, suggesting long periods of inactivity or minimal use.

Working in its favour

  • No evidence of odometer fraud or mileage tampering — readings are consistent and plausible.
  • The vehicle has a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating (2017), indicating a generally safe design.
  • The car has been consistently tested and maintained, albeit with a history of recurring failures.
  • No recent MOT failures or advisories, suggesting the seller has addressed immediate issues.

Mileage history

Mar 2007: 25,258 mi PASSMar 2008: 35,866 mi PASSMar 2008: 35,866 mi FAILApr 2009: 42,645 mi FAILApr 2009: 42,645 mi PASSMar 2010: 52,801 mi PASSMar 2011: 56,332 mi FAILMar 2011: 56,332 mi PASSApr 2012: 61,246 mi FAILApr 2012: 61,246 mi PASSMay 2013: 67,006 mi FAILMay 2013: 67,023 mi FAILMay 2013: 67,023 mi PASSMay 2014: 71,654 mi FAILMay 2014: 71,654 mi PASSMay 2015: 75,999 mi FAILMay 2015: 76,005 mi PASSJun 2016: 79,992 mi FAILJun 2016: 80,003 mi PASS80k53k25kMar 2007Jun 2016

MOT test history — 10/19 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Mar 2007 PASS 25,258 mi None recorded
Mar 2008 PASS 35,866 mi None recorded
Mar 2008 FAIL 35,866 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
PRS Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
PRS Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
Apr 2009 FAIL 42,645 mi
FAIL Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
FAIL Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
FAIL Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
FAIL Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
FAIL Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Apr 2009 PASS 42,645 mi None recorded
Mar 2010 PASS 52,801 mi None recorded
Mar 2011 FAIL 56,332 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
PRS Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Mar 2011 PASS 56,332 mi None recorded
Apr 2012 FAIL 61,246 mi
FAIL Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
FAIL Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Apr 2012 PASS 61,246 mi None recorded
May 2013 FAIL 67,006 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
FAIL Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
FAIL Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
FAIL Nearside Front seat belt pretensioner deployed (5.4.3b)
FAIL Offside Front seat belt pretensioner deployed (5.4.3b)
FAIL Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
FAIL Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
FAIL Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
FAIL Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
FAIL Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
USER ENTERED Rear bumper loose (damage)
USER ENTERED Offside rear tyre has a nail in the tread
May 2013 FAIL 67,023 mi
FAIL Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
FAIL Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAIL Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
May 2013 PASS 67,023 mi None recorded
May 2014 FAIL 71,654 mi
FAIL Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
FAIL Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Nearside Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
FAIL Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
May 2014 PASS 71,654 mi None recorded
May 2015 FAIL 75,999 mi
FAIL Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
FAIL Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
FAIL Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
FAIL Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
FAIL Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
ADVISORY Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
May 2015 PASS 76,005 mi
ADVISORY Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Jun 2016 FAIL 79,992 mi
FAIL Nearside Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
FAIL Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
FAIL Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
FAIL Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split (8.2.2)
ADVISORY Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread multiple cracks (6.3.1d)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
ADVISORY rear wiper worn
ADVISORY Offside Front tyre wear inner edge
ADVISORY Nearside Front tyre wear inner edge
ADVISORY Steering system slightly rough rack (2.2.D.1)
Jun 2016 PASS 80,003 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
ADVISORY Offside Front tyre wear inner edge
ADVISORY Nearside Front tyre wear inner edge
ADVISORY Steering system slightly rough rack (2.2.D.1)
ADVISORY Centre Oil leak

Want the full report on BJ04 FXL?

Live valuation, running costs, negotiation points and seller questions — free, in 60 seconds.

Run a free live check →

About this page

This page shows public vehicle data for registration BJ04 FXL, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.