BT04 VLJ

2004 MERCEDES — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

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

Vehicle details

Make & model
MERCEDES
Year
2004
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1397 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 14 April 2014
Last recorded mileage
31,561 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 75/100

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

This 2004 Mercedes has 8 MOT tests on record with a 88% pass rate and 31,561 miles. The timing chain and head gasket are critical components for this model, requiring thorough investigation.

The vehicle shows consistent annual usage of 10,974 miles/year, averaging 10,974 miles/yr, with no suspicious drops or spikes.

Things to check

  • Timing chain and head gasket wear are critical for this 2004 Mercedes model.
  • Brake hose deterioration was noted as an advisory in 2013, indicating potential future brake system issues.
  • The vehicle is currently Untaxed and Not valid for MOT, requiring immediate re-registration and inspection.
  • The 2013 MOT failure for the nearside front brake hose was a safety-critical defect.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 1 historical failure
  • Consistent annual mileage averaging 10,974 miles/year, indicating regular use.
  • No dangerous defects recorded in the MOT history, showing general roadworthiness.
  • The 2013 MOT failure for the nearside front brake hose was immediately rectified.

Mileage history

May 2007: 31,561 mi PASSMay 2008: 44,019 mi PASSMay 2009: 55,221 mi PASSMay 2010: 67,484 mi PASSMay 2011: 79,708 mi PASSMay 2012: 91,588 mi PASSApr 2013: 101,792 mi FAILApr 2013: 101,991 mi PASS102k67k32kMay 2007Apr 2013

MOT test history — 7/8 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2007 PASS 31,561 mi None recorded
May 2008 PASS 44,019 mi None recorded
May 2009 PASS 55,221 mi None recorded
May 2010 PASS 67,484 mi None recorded
May 2011 PASS 79,708 mi None recorded
May 2012 PASS 91,588 mi None recorded
Apr 2013 FAIL 101,792 mi
FAIL Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
FAIL Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
USER ENTERED STRONG ADVISE n/s/r tyre legal limit
USER ENTERED o/s/r tyre out of shape
USER ENTERED o/s/r steel brake pipe in poor condition
Apr 2013 PASS 101,991 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BT04 VLJ, 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.