2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · N16 RAC
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 03 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 134,335 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,335 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N16 RAC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
- 134,335 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N16 RAC 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (N16 RAC) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
N16 RAC Mileage History
- 07/07/2022106,593 mi
- 06/07/2023112,393 mi+5,800 mi
- 01/07/2024119,051 mi+6,658 mi
- 15/07/2025126,613 mi+7,562 mi
- 22/07/2026134,335 mi+7,722 mi
Average of roughly 6,865 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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