2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.0L Diesel · S777 DCN
2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.0L, diesel). First registered 09 Aug 2007. Recorded mileage 197,408 miles. MOT valid until 04 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 197,408 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S777 DCN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2026
- 197,408 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S777 DCN 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (S777 DCN) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 July 2026 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: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))”; “Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.
S777 DCN Mileage History
- 15/07/2024189,309 mi
- 19/07/2024189,344 mi+35 mi
- 19/07/2024189,344 mi
- 06/08/2025196,585 mi+7,241 mi
- 18/07/2026197,408 mi+823 mi
Average of roughly 4,036 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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