1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 4.2L Petrol · F7 BNS
1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (4.2L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1996. Recorded mileage 123,441 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/04/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,441 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 4196cc
F7 BNS Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2025
- 123,441 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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F7 BNS Mileage History
- 18/08/2022118,899 mi
- 11/04/2024118,911 mi+12 mi
- 13/03/2025123,441 mi+4,530 mi
Average of roughly 1,769 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
F7 BNS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (F7 BNS) between August 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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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