2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2.9L Diesel · AB53 AFB
2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2.9L, diesel). First registered 23 Aug 2018. Recorded mileage 59,990 miles. MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,990 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AB53 AFB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2026
- 59,990 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
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AB53 AFB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (AB53 AFB) between August 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
AB53 AFB Mileage History
- 05/08/202233,726 mi
- 04/08/202339,126 mi+5,400 mi
- 31/07/202446,304 mi+7,178 mi
- 24/07/202553,987 mi+7,683 mi
- 23/07/202659,990 mi+6,003 mi
Average of roughly 6,626 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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- Airmatic Suspension FailureSerious
The AIRMATIC semi-active air suspension system features rubber air spring bellows that perish and leak over time, valve blocks that seize, and an electric air compressor that burns out from running continuously to compensate for pressure loss. Replacing struts and compressors carries substantial parts costs.
- NOX Sensor FailureModerate
Diesel variants (OM642 3.0-litre V6 in S 350 d and OM656 2.9-litre straight-six in facelift models) suffer widespread failure of the upstream and downstream nitrogen oxide (NOx) exhaust sensors. Moisture ingress and thermal shock damage internal sensor ceramics, causing engine warnings and non-start countdowns.
- Front Suspension Ball Joint and Control Arm WearModerate
Weighing over two tonnes, the W222 exerts tremendous load on its complex multi-link front suspension. Lower control arm compliance bushes, track control ball joints, and anti-roll bar drop links wear rapidly on UK roads, resulting in knocking over speed bumps and MOT failure.
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