2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.0L Diesel · LX56 HFW
2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.0L, diesel). First registered 08 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 162,728 miles. MOT expired on 07 Feb 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Sidcup (South East London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 162,728 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LX56 HFW Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/02/2025
- 162,728 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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LX56 HFW 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (LX56 HFW) between June 2024 and February 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
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.
LX56 HFW Mileage History
- 07/06/2024162,474 mi
- 08/02/2025162,728 mi+254 mi
Average of roughly 377 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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