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When is the MOT due for ST04 BCV?

The MOT for ST04 BCV is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of ST04 BCV?

The recorded mileage for ST04 BCV is 182,774 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is ST04 BCV ULEZ compliant?

No, ST04 BCV does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2004 Mercedes-Benz E 5.0L Petrol · ST04 BCV

ST04 BCV

2004 Mercedes-Benz E (5.0L, petrol). First registered 25 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 182,774 miles. MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ E
Year / Origin: 2004 · Dundee
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 14 Jul 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 182,774 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 5.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2004

Engine

4966cc

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ST04 BCV Key Findings

26 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 16/07/2026
182,774 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)

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ST04 BCV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Nov 2026, 13:46

MOT Analysis

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26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (ST04 BCV) between March 2007 and July 2026.

The record contains 19 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 16 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (12 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 42 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: “Rear Exhaust system insecure Both (6.1.2 (a))”; “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer preven”.

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ST04 BCV Mileage History

01/03/200787,048 mi
01/03/200787,048 mi
24/06/200895,070 mi+8,022 mi
02/06/2009101,095 mi+6,025 mi
08/06/2009101,118 mi+23 mi
01/03/2010108,247 mi+7,129 mi
01/07/2011113,676 mi+5,429 mi
05/04/2012115,755 mi+2,079 mi
20/04/2013119,260 mi+3,505 mi
02/07/2014124,199 mi+4,939 mi
27/08/2015129,752 mi+5,553 mi
28/08/2015129,799 mi+47 mi
16/06/2016131,880 mi+2,081 mi
31/05/2017134,988 mi+3,108 mi
04/07/2018139,147 mi+4,159 mi
27/07/2018139,167 mi+20 mi
13/07/2019143,099 mi+3,932 mi
17/07/2021143,127 mi+28 mi
16/06/2022156,041 mi+12,914 mi
03/07/2023173,648 mi+17,607 mi
02/07/2024178,571 mi+4,923 mi
02/07/2024178,571 mi
30/06/2025181,201 mi+2,630 mi
30/06/2025181,201 mi
13/07/2026182,773 mi+1,572 mi
16/07/2026182,774 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 4,940 miles per year across 26 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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