2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.0L Diesel · KP16 UNM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 22 June 2026 at 67,261 miles with no defects recorded. This represents an improving trend in maintenance following a period of recurring mechanical issues. While the car suffered from persistent suspension wear and tyre degradation, the lack of advisories in the latest test suggests that the current owner has addressed the outstanding faults that plagued the vehicle during the previous three years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old luxury vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per annum. There is a gap in records between March 2019 (32,935 miles) and July 2020 (44,828 miles), where the car sat idle for over a year. Since 2020, the mileage has accumulated steadily at roughly 7,000 miles per year. This low annual usage suggests the vehicle is likely used for short trips, which can sometimes impact the condition of rubber-based components. A buyer must focus their inspection on the front suspension geometry, as the lower arm ball joints proved a recurring failure point. The tester flagged excessive wear in June 2022, followed by slight play in 2024 and 2025. Although the 2026 test was clean, a physical check for any play in the ball joints and bushes is necessary to ensure the repairs were comprehensive. The history also shows a pattern of neglect regarding tyres, with multiple entries for perishing and uneven wear between 2022 and 2024, indicating previous owners deferred basic maintenance. The 2020 report of oil misting from the offside differential warrants a visual inspection now to ensure no active leaks have developed over time. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, the buyer should also check the condition of rubber seals and suspension bushings for cracking, as the history of perished tyres suggests the vehicle may be prone to component dry rot during long periods of inactivity.