2004 Mercedes E 3.2L Diesel · MB04 ELY
2004 Mercedes E (3.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 143,074 miles. MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES E
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,074 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MB04 ELY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2026
- 143,074 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MB04 ELY 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 E (MB04 ELY) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 August 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: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Suspension (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
MB04 ELY Mileage History
- 09/08/2024140,985 mi
- 09/08/2024140,985 mi
- 08/08/2025142,137 mi+1,152 mi
- 08/08/2025142,137 mi
- 12/08/2026143,074 mi+937 mi
Average of roughly 1,041 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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