2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2.8L Petrol · CX03 RWE

The 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class passed its most recent MOT on 8 September 2022 at 109,652 miles with no defects recorded, leaving the maintenance trend neither improving nor worsening but simply static on paper. The single clean pass gives no evidence of recurring faults, though the record covers only one test and cannot confirm long-term reliability. The odometer shows 109,652 miles against roughly 23 years of age, equating to about 4,767 miles per year. That is low for a flagship saloon of this period. The figure recorded at the September 2022 test matches the current supplied mileage exactly, so the car has either covered no distance since or the reading has not been updated in the interval. A near four-year gap to today's date of 8 July 2026 means the last official roadworthiness check is now well expired and the vehicle has no valid test on record. A buyer should treat the clean 2022 result with caution given the age and the standing period implied by low use. Dormant Mercedes of this era commonly develop perished suspension bushes, weeping hydraulic components, and corroded brake lines or subframes even when a past test showed nothing. The S-Class air suspension and ABC hydraulic system are prone to seal failure and pipe corrosion if left idle. Prior to any purchase, a technician must inspect the underside for structural rust, confirm the brake discs and calipers are free, and verify the suspension operates without sag or warning faults. The expired MOT means a fresh test is legally required before road use, and the buyer should budget for deferred maintenance rather than assume the 2022 pass reflects present condition.