2004 Mercedes-Benz E 3.2L Diesel · PA04 FDX
2004 Mercedes-Benz E (3.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 188,622 miles. MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 188,622 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PA04 FDX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2025
- 188,622 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PA04 FDX 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 (PA04 FDX) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 August 2025 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: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Fuel hose leaking on filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
PA04 FDX Mileage History
- 08/08/2023178,992 mi
- 11/08/2023178,992 mi
- 08/08/2024182,559 mi+3,567 mi
- 08/08/2024182,559 mi
- 13/08/2025188,622 mi+6,063 mi
Average of roughly 4,780 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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