2016 Mercedes-Benz S-Class 3.0L Diesel · WR16 XKX

The 2026‑07‑07 MOT at 75,806 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the required roadworthiness standards. The series of annual tests from 2020 onward shows a stable maintenance pattern, with only tyre wear and minor suspension wear noted in 2025, after which the 2026 test displayed no failures, suggesting the issues have not worsened. Mileage has risen from 39,985 miles in July 2020 to 75,806 miles in July 2026, an average annual increase of roughly 7,580 miles, which aligns with the typical usage for a ten‑year‑old S‑Class. The interval between the 2024 and 2025 tests covered about 7,789 miles, and the period from the 2025 to the 2026 test added 7,184 miles, both slightly above the mean but not indicative of abnormal usage. A buyer should therefore examine the condition of the front suspension ball joints, which were recorded as excessively worn in the 2025 test, and verify that the tyre cuts and wear observed in earlier tests have not progressed to structural damage; the thin rear brake pads noted in 2024 and 2021 also merit close inspection, as does any evidence of corrosion behind the undertrays that were fitted during the 2024 test. Overall, the car is presently roadworthy, but the recurring tyre wear and suspension wear suggest that the buyer should confirm the functional integrity of the suspension components and the remaining tread depth before finalising the purchase.