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PK04 VXG

2004 Mercedes-benz 320

Blue Diesel 3199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

123,545 mi
Last recorded123,545 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 32093,006 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK04 VXG
MakeMercedes-benz
Model320
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,199cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 123,545 miles

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Feb 2026 122,641 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Flickering both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 103,314 miles

Front or rear under tray fitted some testable items not visible

Pass 11 Mar 2024 86,248 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 4 Mar 2024 85,892 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 78,317 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 77,362 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 75,004 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

nearside suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, nearside antiroll bar linkage rubber bush slightly worn

Pass 24 Feb 2020 74,183 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 71,559 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 68,556 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 65,910 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 63,604 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 60,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

emissions to low to measure

Pass 24 Feb 2014 58,433 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 58,412 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 56,309 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 54,321 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 50,351 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 45,613 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 41,416 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 35,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 26,694 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 320?

Based on 26,334 MOT tests across 2,283 vehicles.

75.9%
Pass Rate
4,844
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 956
Brake pipe excessively corroded 672
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 303
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 294
position lamp(s) not working 249
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PK04 VXG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 320 in Blue with a 3,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 320 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 93,006 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 320 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 956 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PK04 VXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 320 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 320 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PK04 VXG registered?

PK04 VXG is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 320, first registered on 30 March 2004.

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