2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · GL54 ABO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent record of clean passes over the last several years. The most recent test in March 2023 at 170,719 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical and structural components were within tolerance at that time. However, as it has now been three years since the last recorded inspection, the vehicle's current roadworthiness status is unverified and requires a fresh assessment to account for any recent degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 22-year-old luxury saloon, averaging approximately 7,760 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in the data between September 2014 and September 2013, where the mileage dropped from 213,707 to 125,330, suggesting either a clerical error or a period of non-use. Since 2015, the usage has been more steady, covering roughly 4,000 miles per year. This reflects low-impact patterns that typically preserve the integrity of rubber bushings and hydraulic components common in aged S-Class models. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking systems, as these showed previous points of failure. The 2012 failure highlighted a worn offside lower shock absorber pivot and a weak rear parking brake. While these were resolved then, the age of the vehicle increases the likelihood of perished rubber boots or corrosion on the brake servo lines. Given the 2014 note regarding under-trays obscuring the underside, a thorough visual inspection is necessary to check for hidden structural rust or leaks from the subframe that may be masked from the tester.