2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.4L Petrol · LB04 TBX
2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.4L, petrol). First registered 28 Jun 2004. Recorded mileage 93,379 miles. MOT expired on 12 Dec 2023.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,379 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LB04 TBX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 22/12/2023
- 2 historical MOT failures
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LB04 TBX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (LB04 TBX) between December 2021 and December 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 December 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
LB04 TBX Mileage History
- 07/12/202188,968 mi
- 28/11/202293,377 mi+4,409 mi
- 29/11/202293,379 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 4,513 miles per year across 3 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: Below 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
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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