2004 Mercedes-Benz E 3.2L Diesel · MW54 HNF
2004 Mercedes-Benz E (3.2L, diesel). First registered 22 Dec 2004. Recorded mileage 14,337 miles. MOT valid until 03 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 14,337 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MW54 HNF Key Findings
- 22 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2026
- 14,337 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MW54 HNF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
22 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (MW54 HNF) between December 2007 and July 2026.
The record contains 19 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 25 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)”.
MW54 HNF Mileage History
- 20/12/20072,641 mi
- 08/01/20093,602 mi+961 mi
- 29/01/201039,357 mi+35,755 mi
- 01/02/20116,929 mi-32,428 mi
- 17/02/20128,205 mi+1,276 mi
- 11/03/20138,689 mi+484 mi
- 12/03/20149,238 mi+549 mi
- 14/03/201492,454 mi+83,216 mi
- 20/03/20159,590 mi-82,864 mi
- 21/03/201610,005 mi+415 mi
- 24/03/201710,672 mi+667 mi
- 23/03/201812,121 mi+1,449 mi
- 25/03/2019129,371 mi+117,250 mi
- 20/07/202013,248 mi-116,123 mi
- 04/08/202113,421 mi+173 mi
- 05/08/202113,438 mi+17 mi
- 05/08/202213,552 mi+114 mi
- 25/07/202313,609 mi+57 mi
- 17/07/202413,979 mi+370 mi
- 05/08/202514,155 mi+176 mi
- 24/07/202614,335 mi+180 mi
- 25/07/202614,337 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 629 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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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