2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · CJ03 COT
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 28 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 111,526 miles. MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (05 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,526 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CJ03 COT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/01/2026
- 111,526 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CJ03 COT 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (CJ03 COT) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 January 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 (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). 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.
CJ03 COT Mileage History
- 12/01/2023103,597 mi
- 12/01/2024107,811 mi+4,214 mi
- 18/01/2025110,594 mi+2,783 mi
- 24/01/2026111,526 mi+932 mi
- 24/01/2026111,526 mi
Average of roughly 2,614 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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