2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · LG52 XTD
2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 25 Nov 2002. Recorded mileage 88,088 miles. MOT expired on 19 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,088 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LG52 XTD Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2023
- 88,088 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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LG52 XTD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (LG52 XTD) between July 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
LG52 XTD Mileage History
- 18/07/202285,613 mi
- 21/07/202388,088 mi+2,475 mi
Average of roughly 2,458 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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