2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.0L Diesel · KHA 115A
2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.0L, diesel). First registered 28 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 127,931 miles. MOT expired on 26 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,931 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KHA 115A Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2025
- 127,931 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KHA 115A 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (KHA 115A) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
KHA 115A Mileage History
- 26/10/2023109,614 mi
- 14/10/2024118,584 mi+8,970 mi
- 14/10/2024118,584 mi
- 22/10/2025127,931 mi+9,347 mi
- 27/10/2025127,931 mi
Average of roughly 9,140 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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