2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · J4 WDB
2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 17 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 410,693 km. MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2004
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 410,693 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J4 WDB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/04/2025
- 410,693 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J4 WDB 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (J4 WDB) between April 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
J4 WDB Odometer History
- 02/04/2022331,762 mi
- 15/04/2023362,289 km
- 15/04/2023362,289 km
- 15/04/2024386,847 km+24,558 km
- 07/04/2025410,693 km+23,846 km
Average of roughly 26,185 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Airmatic suspension collapseSerious
The air springs and compressor degrade with age. Cars sag overnight, ride poorly and the compressor eventually burns out if leaks are ignored.
- SBC brake system failureSerious
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