2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.7L Diesel · BP04 TYY
2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.7L, diesel). First registered 11 Jun 2004. Recorded mileage 103,876 miles. MOT expired on 11 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 103,876 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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BP04 TYY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/01/2024
- 103,876 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BP04 TYY 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 (BP04 TYY) between January 2023 and January 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 27 January 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
BP04 TYY Mileage History
- 17/01/2023102,255 mi
- 23/01/2023102,256 mi+1 mi
- 16/01/2024103,862 mi+1,606 mi
- 19/01/2024103,864 mi+2 mi
- 27/01/2024103,876 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 1,580 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: Poor
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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
The CVT and semi-automatic Sequentronic gearboxes can suffer from wear to the variator, clutch packs and mechatronic units. Repairs are often uneconomical on higher-mileage cars.
- 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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