2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.0L Diesel · PEZ 3036
2008 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.0L, diesel). First registered 18 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 143,784 miles. MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,784 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PEZ 3036 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/11/2025
- 143,784 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PEZ 3036 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 (PEZ 3036) between October 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
PEZ 3036 Mileage History
- 28/10/2021133,082 mi
- 17/10/2022135,238 mi+2,156 mi
- 21/11/2023139,994 mi+4,756 mi
- 02/11/2024142,273 mi+2,279 mi
- 22/11/2025143,784 mi+1,511 mi
Average of roughly 2,630 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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