2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.2L Diesel · WJ51 RWX
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (3.2L, diesel). First registered 12 Sept 2001. Recorded mileage 132,913 miles. MOT expired on 08 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ S-Class
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,913 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WJ51 RWX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 13/07/2026
- 132,913 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 15 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WJ51 RWX 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class (WJ51 RWX) between April 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 July 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). 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: “Parking brake lever missing release button missing / broken (1.1.6 (d))”; “Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded/holed (7.1.1”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded/holed (7.1.”.
WJ51 RWX Mileage History
- 05/04/2023113,363 mi
- 27/03/2024119,699 mi+6,336 mi
- 10/04/2024119,776 mi+77 mi
- 18/03/2025126,239 mi+6,463 mi
- 13/07/2026132,913 mi+6,674 mi
Average of roughly 5,977 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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