2004 Mercedes-Benz E 3.2L Diesel · WG54 LJA
2004 Mercedes-Benz E (3.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2004. Recorded mileage 203,757 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jun 2024.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Jun 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 203,757 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WG54 LJA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/06/2023
- 203,757 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
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WG54 LJA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz E (WG54 LJA) between June 2022 and June 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
WG54 LJA Mileage History
- 07/06/2022201,107 mi
- 02/06/2023203,757 mi+2,650 mi
- 02/06/2023203,757 mi
Average of roughly 2,689 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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