2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ Exclusive Luxury Electricity · OU72 XLM

The most recent DVSA MOT test recorded for this 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQS 450+ took place on 5 September 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, which represents a strong baseline outcome for a prospective buyer. However, it should be noted that the same date also carries a prior failed entry relating to an offside front tyre exhibiting cuts in excess of the statutory requirements, deep enough to reach the ply or cords, with two cuts identified in the tread. This is a typical in-service tyre damage failure rather than an indication of mechanical neglect, and the subsequent pass confirms the defect was rectified prior to re-test. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, as no recurring or structural issues have been flagged across the recorded test history, and the absence of advisories on the most recent pass suggests components inspected under the MOT regime were in satisfactory condition at that time. With recorded mileage of 47,675 miles over approximately four years, this EQS is accumulating at a rate of around 11,900 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a premium executive saloon of this age and entirely consistent with a mix of commuting and longer motorway use. There is no evidence in the records of significant mileage gaps that would suggest prolonged standing, nor any indication of unusually rapid accumulation that might point to intensive use such as private hire or high-mileage motorway driving. This balanced usage profile is mechanically favourable, as it implies regular operation that keeps brake discs, callipers, suspension bushes, and drivetrain components working as intended rather than seizing from inactivity, while still not presenting the elevated wear typical of high-mileage examples. Given the limited MOT history available and the absence of any recurring advisories, a prospective buyer should focus inspection efforts on age-and-mileage-appropriate items rather than chasing specific flagged defects. Tyre condition warrants close attention: although only one previous failure is recorded, the EQS is a heavy vehicle that places considerable load on its tyres, so all four should be examined for even tread wear, sidewall perishing or cracking from age, and any signs of kerb damage or uneven wear patterns that could point to suspension geometry or tracking issues. The 12V auxiliary battery, which supports control units and the high-voltage system interface, should be checked for state of health, as lithium and conventional batteries in premium vehicles can degrade well before the eight-year mark depending on use and climate exposure, and a weak battery can produce a cascade of electrical faults. Brake discs and callipers should be inspected for surface corrosion and any evidence of binding, particularly if the vehicle has spent extended periods standing between journeys, as even lightly used EVs can develop corroded disc surfaces that cause shudder under braking until the material is burnished clean again. Fluid condition is largely time rather than mileage dependent on this vehicle, so the brake fluid should be checked for moisture absorption, and confirmation sought that the reduction gearbox oil, coolant, and air-conditioning refrigerant have been serviced in line with Mercedes-Benz intervals. Finally, given the high-voltage architecture of the EQS, it is prudent to verify the service history stamps with a Mercedes-Benz main agent or specialist, request a battery state-of-health report from the high-voltage system, and confirm that any software updates or recalls relating to the electric drivetrain have been actioned, as these items fall outside the scope of the MOT but are essential to the long-term roadworthiness and reliability of the vehicle.