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AG04 DHM

2004 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests29 (18 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate62.1%

Mileage

105,678 mi
Last recorded105,678 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class57,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG04 DHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

18 pass 11 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 105,678 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 102,618 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2024 102,618 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 Jul 2023 99,869 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 99,869 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 95,972 miles

Central exhaust box outer skin corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 89,070 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 83,986 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 83,986 miles

Front passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2019 80,302 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 75,974 miles

exhaust system tatty

under vehicle and brake pipes surface corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2017 68,092 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 68,086 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 61,816 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil OFFSIDE REAR (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 61,816 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW

Direction indicator incorrect colour BOTH FRONT (1.4.A.2f)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil OFFSIDE REAR (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 54,454 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 54,454 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 50,681 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 24 Jun 2013 50,681 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 47,566 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 47,566 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 42,945 miles

Centre Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 42,945 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 39,683 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 39,683 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 35,307 miles

nsr tyre out of shape

Pass 21 Jul 2008 29,784 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 22,585 miles

Both front tyres worn low on otter edges.

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

Fail 11 Aug 2007 22,585 miles

Both front tyres worn low on otter edges.

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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AG04 DHM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.1%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 57,396 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AG04 DHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AG04 DHM registered?

AG04 DHM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is AG04 DHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG04 DHM shows 29 tests with a 62.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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