2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.0L Diesel · RA51 AHH
2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.0L, diesel). First registered 16 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 46,113 miles. MOT valid until 29 May 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,113 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RA51 AHH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/05/2026
- 46,113 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RA51 AHH 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (RA51 AHH) between February 2023 and May 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
RA51 AHH Mileage History
- 27/02/202335,082 mi
- 31/05/202439,413 mi+4,331 mi
- 31/05/202439,413 mi
- 28/05/202543,182 mi+3,769 mi
- 30/05/202646,113 mi+2,931 mi
Average of roughly 3,392 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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