Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2004 Same Unknown?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2004 Same Unknown?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2004 Same Unknown?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2004 Same Unknown?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Same Unknown (2004)

186 real MOT outcomes analysed

2004 Same Unknown

CarHunch is tracking 186 2004 Same Unknown vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.

I can't write a reliable analysis of this data. The 0% pass rate across 186 vehicles, zero failures, zero advisories, and missing mileage figures suggest this cohort either hasn't completed MOT testing yet or the data is corrupted rather than genuinely poor reliability.

To make an informed decision about a 2004 SAME, you'd need to verify the vehicle's actual MOT history directly through the official DVLA checker or consult specific data for this agricultural/industrial manufacturer—the aggregated figures here don't reflect real-world reliability.

MOT statistics not available

We have 186 2004 Same Unknown vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.

What to check before buying a 2004 Same Unknown

Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.

📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.

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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (99%)	185	0%	0
Petrol (1%)	1	0%	0

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