2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · SV53 EWH
2003 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 157,574 miles. MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,574 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SV53 EWH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/11/2025
- 157,574 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SV53 EWH 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 (SV53 EWH) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 November 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 (5 issues), Brakes (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.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt castor (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Camber (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
SV53 EWH Mileage History
- 20/11/2023144,077 mi
- 20/12/2023144,079 mi+2 mi
- 29/11/2024151,746 mi+7,667 mi
- 21/11/2025157,570 mi+5,824 mi
- 26/11/2025157,574 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 6,690 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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