2019 MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class4.0L Petrol

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in June 2026 at 21,555 miles. The maintenance trend shows a recent improvement after a significant failure in April 2026. While the previous four years of testing showed no defects, the most recent failure indicates that specific components required immediate attention to maintain legal standards, though these appear to have been addressed prior to the retest just two months later. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per annum. Between 2022 and 2026, the car covered only 10,090 miles, suggesting very light annual use or long periods of storage. This low usage often results in less wear on the drivetrain and suspension, but can also lead to degradation of rubber components and brake hardware. The 1,253 miles driven between the 2025 and 2026 tests shows a consistent usage pattern until the recent mechanical failures. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system, as the April 2026 failure flagged all four brake pads as wearing thin. Despite the low mileage, the pads reached the end of their service life simultaneously, which can occur if calipers begin to seize or stick due to inactivity. The missing wheel studs and nuts on the nearside rear split rim also suggest a previous wheel removal that was not completed correctly, necessitating a physical inspection to ensure the wheel is properly seated and the rim surface is not damaged. The registration plate spacing issue is a minor non-conformity that suggests an aftermarket replacement or poor fit. Given the low mileage, a physical inspection should also check for tyre flat spots and corrosion on the brake discs resulting from the vehicle sitting for extended periods. The structural integrity remains sound according to the records, but the recent mechanical failures highlight that the vehicle requires proactive maintenance of consumables regardless of the low odometer reading.