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GF04 BVM

2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D

Black Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

379,812 mi
Last recorded379,812 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D94,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF04 BVM
MakeMercedes-benz
Model408 D
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 379,812 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 227,072 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 202,813 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Sep 2013 202,813 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 20 Sep 2012 180,483 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 180,483 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Torsion bar slightly deteriorated by corrosion (2.4.E.1b)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 154,911 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 142,158 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 142,158 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 21 Aug 2009 124,621 miles

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 124,621 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 111,147 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 106,853 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 80,423 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 80,423 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f tyre tread very low outer edge. †o/s/r tyre tread on 1.6mm limit. †n/s/r tread on depth warning markers.

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 408 D?

Based on 1,212 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

64.1%
Pass Rate
2,326
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 63
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 63
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 59
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57
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GF04 BVM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D in Black with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 94,432 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 408 D fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF04 BVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 408 D typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz 408 D is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GF04 BVM registered?

GF04 BVM is a 2004 Mercedes-benz 408 D, first registered on 19 April 2004.

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