2004 Mercedes-Benz Motor Caravan 4.3L Diesel · BU53 ZVM
2004 Mercedes-Benz Motor Caravan (4.3L, diesel). First registered 09 Feb 2004. Recorded mileage 152,993 km. MOT valid until 13 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ MOTOR CARAVAN
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 152,993 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 4.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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BU53 ZVM Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/05/2026
- 152,993 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
BU53 ZVM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz Motor Caravan (BU53 ZVM) between May 2025 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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: “Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
BU53 ZVM Odometer History
- 07/05/2025151,452 km
- 06/05/2026152,897 km+1,445 km
- 15/05/2026152,993 km+96 km
Average of roughly 1,509 km per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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