2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · R20 NAN
2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 26 May 2006. Recorded mileage 123,379 miles. MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 123,379 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R20 NAN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/04/2026
- 123,379 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R20 NAN 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (R20 NAN) between April 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 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: Suspension (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.
R20 NAN Mileage History
- 27/04/2022100,313 mi
- 21/04/2023101,866 mi+1,553 mi
- 26/04/2024105,303 mi+3,437 mi
- 24/04/2025114,542 mi+9,239 mi
- 21/04/2026123,379 mi+8,837 mi
Average of roughly 5,790 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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