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RX04 XWJ

2004 Mercedes Motor Caravan

White Diesel 2686cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

53,020 mi
Last recorded53,020 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mercedes Motor Caravan46,723 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX04 XWJ
MakeMercedes
ModelMotor Caravan
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,686cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 53,020 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 50,562 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both 'front to rears' (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources both bulb holder units corroded (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 48,093 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 45,352 miles

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

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

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

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

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

corrosion to fuel tank straps

Pass 7 Oct 2021 42,306 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 38,718 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 37,012 miles

slight play both front wheel bearings

Fail 11 Jun 2019 37,005 miles

Brake cable damaged corroded and strands broken (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

slight play both front wheel bearings

Pass 19 Jun 2018 32,985 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 32,965 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 30,554 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 29,971 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Oct 2016 29,971 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 29,855 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 29,760 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 24,978 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 22,839 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 20,785 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 20,100 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 19,964 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 17,053 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 17,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 12,676 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 12,675 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Mercedes Motor Caravan?

Based on 5,669 MOT tests across 350 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
1,905
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 117
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
position lamp(s) not working 97
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 83
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 77
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RX04 XWJ is a 2004 Mercedes Motor Caravan in White with a 2,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 46,723 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 Motor Caravan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 117 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX04 XWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX04 XWJ?

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What year was RX04 XWJ registered?

RX04 XWJ is a 2004 Mercedes Motor Caravan, first registered on 1 May 2004.

Is RX04 XWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX04 XWJ shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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