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Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A reliable? We analysed 1,751 real MOT tests across 470 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,751 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
95.5%
Typical Mileage
37,351mi
Annual Mileage
22,085mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A.

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Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

96.8%
2024
95.1%
2023
95.5%
2022
95.1%
2021

Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 17
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 14
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 12
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 5
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 4
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 3

Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
14,202 mi/yr
Typical
22,085 mi/yr
Average
23,069 mi/yr
Heavy usage
30,356 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2024 220 96.8% 17,347 29,778 41,094
2023 634 95.1% 20,227 33,050 48,128
2022 784 95.5% 26,821 43,784 66,790
2021 61 95.1% 15,557 24,049 49,701

How Long Does a Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A Last?

Based on 470 Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.1 years
Median
2.0 years

Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
37,351 mi
75th Percentile
56,380 mi
95th Percentile
93,908 mi
Max Recorded
205,711 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2024

96.8% MOT pass rate from 220 tests

Year to avoid
2021

95.1% MOT pass rate from 61 tests

The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A is 2024, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.8% across 220 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 95.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A THIS CAR 95.5% 1,751 37,351 mi — yrs
Mercedes-benz C 77.6% 8,031,355 77,082 mi 32 yrs
Mercedes-benz E 79.4% 4,722,746 83,960 mi 33 yrs
Mercedes-benz A-class 77.6% 4,204,702 57,023 mi 28 yrs
Ford Mondeo Zetec Econetic TDCI 95% 1,211 77,989 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A?

The Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.5% across 1,751 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A owner drives around 22,085 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A reliable?
Based on 1,751 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A has a 95.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A does around 22,085 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz S 580 L AMG Ln Prem + Exec E A is 2024 with a 96.8% pass rate across 220 tests.