2011 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4.7L Petrol · DGM 837

The vehicle is currently roadworthy and shows an improving maintenance trend following previous defects. The most recent test in December 2025 at 95,811 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in the prior year were addressed. This is a significant improvement from the November 2024 test where the car presented with multiple advisories related to suspension and tyre components. At 15 years old with 95,811 miles, the S-Class has averaged approximately 6,400 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-moderate usage for a luxury saloon of this age. The mileage accumulation shows steady progression, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between November 2023 and November 2024, and another 7,300 miles recorded in the year following that test. This consistent use suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary storage, which often leads to degradation of rubber components and seals despite low overall mileage. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension geometry during a physical inspection. The 2024 record flagged worn front lower arm bushes and slight play in both front wheel bearings. While these passed the subsequent test, the recurring nature of suspension wear on a heavy vehicle like this suggests that components may be nearing their service life. The historical pattern of uneven tyre wear in 2022 and 2024 also points to potential alignment issues or worn shock absorbers that should be verified to avoid premature front tyre replacement. The failure in November 2023 due to an inoperative engine management indicator light indicates a past electrical or sensor fault that required rectification. The buyer should ensure a diagnostic scan is performed to confirm no hidden fault codes remain in the engine control unit. Given the age and the class of the vehicle, a thorough check for structural corrosion, particularly on the subframes and exhaust mounting points, remains essential as the MOT record provided does not explicitly detail the state of the chassis beyond the mechanical failures.