2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.7L Diesel · HS04 FZK
2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.7L, diesel). First registered 28 Jun 2004. Recorded mileage 108,931 miles. MOT valid until 08 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 108,931 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HS04 FZK Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2026
- 108,931 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HS04 FZK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (HS04 FZK) between July 2026 and July 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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Our Verdict
Approach with caution and a thorough inspection before purchase. This 2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class diesel has a large gap in MOT records and very low annual mileage since 2018, which raises questions about its storage and maintenance history.
Given the 7.5-year gap between the 2018 and 2026 MOT tests, ask the seller for evidence of how the car was stored and whether it was driven at all during that period. A vehicle left unused for years can suffer from seized brakes, degraded seals, flat-spotted tyres, and drained batteries even if the latest MOT is clean. Request full service history and confirm timing belt or chain condition, as diesel A-Class units of this age need periodic attention.
As a 2004 diesel with a 1.7 litre engine, this A-Class will typically fall into a lower road tax band than modern equivalents, though exact band is not stated in the data. Insurance group is not provided, but older small Mercedes models are generally moderate. Diesel fuel economy should be reasonable for a car of this size, and maintenance costs are usually affordable for routine items though Mercedes parts carry a premium.
The MOT history shows front brake disc wear and pitting in 2015 and 2016, plus slight exhaust corrosion in 2015, so physically inspect the front brakes and exhaust for current condition even though the 2026 test recorded no defects. The repeated note of an undertray being fitted suggests underside access has been limited at times, so check for hidden corrosion or oil leaks beneath the tray.
The vehicle is a bronze 2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class diesel (1.7 litre) first registered in June 2004 with registration HS04FZK. Its most recent MOT on 2026-07-10 passed at 108,931 miles with no defects recorded, but the prior test was in December 2018 at 108,544 miles. Between 2015 and 2018 it covered roughly 15,500 miles, then only 387 miles in the following 7.5 years, which is unusually low and may indicate long-term storage.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, so this assessment relies solely on the individual vehicle's recorded history.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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