2004 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · MH54 HCK
2004 Mercedes-Benz E (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Nov 2004. Recorded mileage 99,372 miles. MOT valid until 25 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,372 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MH54 HCK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/05/2026
- 99,372 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MH54 HCK 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 E (MH54 HCK) between December 2021 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
MH54 HCK Mileage History
- 09/12/202186,548 mi
- 10/01/202388,560 mi+2,012 mi
- 11/12/202391,467 mi+2,907 mi
- 27/05/202596,485 mi+5,018 mi
- 18/05/202699,372 mi+2,887 mi
Average of roughly 2,889 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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