BL53 BFU

2004 JEEP — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

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

Vehicle details

Make & model
JEEP
Year
2004
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
2499 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
26 April 2027 (316 days away)
Last recorded mileage
16,442 mi

AI verdict AVOID 45/100

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

This 2004 Jeep has 24 MOT tests on record with a 83% pass rate and 16,442 miles. The recent MOT pass in April 2026 is highly suspicious given the complete absence of prior records.

The vehicle shows a significant mileage anomaly: 112,625 miles by April 2019, then only 3,396 miles in the subsequent 12 months, followed by a return to higher usage.

Things to check

  • Complete absence of MOT history for 15 years (2004–2019) is a major red flag for a 22-year-old vehicle.
  • The single MOT test on 2026-04-26 is highly suspicious given the complete lack of prior records.
  • Mileage trajectory shows a significant drop in usage (3,396 miles in 12 months) after 2019, then a return to higher usage, indicating potential odometer fraud or inconsistent use.
  • Recurring suspension failures and advisories (e.g., 2021-09-22 advisory for corroded sill) suggest underlying structural issues.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2025): 4-star safety rating.
  • Vehicle has a valid MOT until 2027-04-26, indicating it currently meets basic roadworthiness standards.
  • No recent MOT failures or dangerous defects recorded on the 2026-04-26 test.
  • The 4.0L straight 6 engine is known for longevity in older Jeep models, which could be a positive if properly maintained.

Mileage history

Feb 2007: 16,442 mi PASSFeb 2008: 22,697 mi PASSFeb 2009: 29,747 mi PASSFeb 2010: 35,036 mi PASSFeb 2011: 42,130 mi PASSJan 2012: 47,839 mi FAILFeb 2012: 48,026 mi PASSFeb 2013: 52,752 mi FAILFeb 2013: 52,763 mi PASSFeb 2014: 57,996 mi PASSFeb 2015: 67,132 mi PASSFeb 2016: 76,144 mi FAILFeb 2016: 76,144 mi PASSApr 2017: 77,599 mi PASSMar 2018: 95,513 mi PASSApr 2019: 112,625 mi PASSSep 2020: 113,054 mi PASSSep 2021: 116,450 mi FAILSep 2021: 116,452 mi PASSNov 2022: 118,316 mi PASSNov 2023: 122,277 mi PASSOct 2024: 126,222 mi PASSMay 2025: 127,484 mi PASSApr 2026: 130,853 mi PASS131k74k16kFeb 2007Apr 2026

MOT test history — 20/24 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Feb 2007 PASS 16,442 mi None recorded
Feb 2008 PASS 22,697 mi
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Feb 2009 PASS 29,747 mi None recorded
Feb 2010 PASS 35,036 mi
USER ENTERED hand brake lever requires adjustment
Feb 2011 PASS 42,130 mi
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
USER ENTERED Washer Jet Weak N/S
Jan 2012 FAIL 47,839 mi
FAIL Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
FAIL Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAIL Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAIL Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Feb 2012 PASS 48,026 mi None recorded
Feb 2013 FAIL 52,752 mi
FAIL Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Feb 2013 PASS 52,763 mi None recorded
Feb 2014 PASS 57,996 mi None recorded
Feb 2015 PASS 67,132 mi
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Feb 2016 FAIL 76,144 mi
PRS Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
PRS Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Feb 2016 PASS 76,144 mi
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Apr 2017 PASS 77,599 mi None recorded
Mar 2018 PASS 95,513 mi
ADVISORY Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Apr 2019 PASS 112,625 mi
MINOR Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
Sep 2020 PASS 113,054 mi
MINOR Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Sep 2021 FAIL 116,450 mi
ADVISORY Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
PRS Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
PRS Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
MAJOR Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
MAJOR Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn All 3 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Sep 2021 PASS 116,452 mi
ADVISORY Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Nov 2022 PASS 118,316 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Nov 2023 PASS 122,277 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Oct 2024 PASS 126,222 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
MINOR Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement upper control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
May 2025 PASS 127,484 mi None recorded
Apr 2026 PASS 130,853 mi
MINOR Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BL53 BFU, 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.