2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · RW53 MJW
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 120,094 miles. MOT expired on 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,094 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RW53 MJW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2025
- 120,094 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RW53 MJW 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 2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (RW53 MJW) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
RW53 MJW Mileage History
- 18/09/2023113,627 mi
- 18/09/2023113,627 mi
- 10/09/2024117,089 mi+3,462 mi
- 12/09/2024117,090 mi+1 mi
- 15/09/2025120,094 mi+3,004 mi
Average of roughly 3,246 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz S-Class (W220)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Biodegradable wiring harness insulationSerious
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- Airmatic suspension collapseSerious
The air springs and compressor degrade with age. Cars sag overnight, ride poorly and the compressor eventually burns out if leaks are ignored.
- SBC brake system failureSerious
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