The road tax status for RG51 FET is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for RG51 FET?

The MOT for RG51 FET is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 December 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of RG51 FET?

The recorded mileage for RG51 FET is 112,195 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is RG51 FET ULEZ compliant?

No, RG51 FET does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · RG51 FET

RG51 FET

2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 17/09/2001. Recorded mileage 112,195 miles. MOT valid until 19/12/2026.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
Year / Origin: 2001 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 19/12/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 112,195 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 3.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 112,195 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2001
Engine: 3227cc

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RG51 FET Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 20/12/2025
112,195 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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RG51 FET Mileage History

24/05/2023102,021 mi
25/05/2023102,027 mi+6 mi
29/05/2024108,165 mi+6,138 mi
10/11/2025112,101 mi+3,936 mi
20/12/2025112,195 mi+94 mi

Average of roughly 3,949 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RG51 FET MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 16:28

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (RG51 FET) between May 2023 and December 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 20 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Steering (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn BOTTOM SHOCKER (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn BOTTOM SHOCKER (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 3.03 (8.2.2.2 (a))”.

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