2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.4L Petrol · BK04 DXV
2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.4L, petrol). First registered 29 Apr 2004. Recorded mileage 74,702 miles. MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,702 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BK04 DXV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/04/2026
- 74,702 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BK04 DXV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (BK04 DXV) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Windscreen washer not working no noise from the washer pump (3.5 (a))”.
BK04 DXV Mileage History
- 15/04/202473,957 mi
- 16/04/202473,957 mi
- 17/04/202574,273 mi+316 mi
- 25/04/202674,702 mi+429 mi
- 25/04/202674,702 mi
Average of roughly 368 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Rear axle and floor corrosionSerious
Older W168s can corrode around the rear axle mounts and floor seams badly.
- CVT / Sequentronic gearbox failureSerious
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- Water ingress and electrical faultsModerate
Blocked sunroof drains and degraded door seals allow water into the cabin, which can corrode underfloor electronics and wiring connectors, causing random warning lights and intermittent faults.
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