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2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.0L Diesel · 27 PA

27 PA

2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.0L, diesel). First registered 13 Nov 2013. Recorded mileage 78,616 miles. MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
Year / Origin
2013
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 21 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
78,616 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2013
Engine
2987cc
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27 PA Key Findings

  • 10 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
  • 78,616 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

27 PA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Nov 2026, 14:27
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (27 PA) between October 2016 and October 2025.

The record contains 10 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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.

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27 PA Mileage History

  1. 20/10/201617,212 mi
  2. 01/11/201724,084 mi+6,872 mi
  3. 08/11/201829,209 mi+5,125 mi
  4. 29/10/201937,905 mi+8,696 mi
  5. 22/10/202044,115 mi+6,210 mi
  6. 22/11/202148,179 mi+4,064 mi
  7. 01/11/202252,909 mi+4,730 mi
  8. 15/11/202361,751 mi+8,842 mi
  9. 23/10/202471,616 mi+9,865 mi
  10. 30/10/202578,616 mi+7,000 mi

Average of roughly 6,803 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.

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2013 Common Problems
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90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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