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A6 DJL

2018 Mercedes-benz S-class

Black Diesel 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,884 mi
Last recorded57,884 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz S-class45,674 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 DJL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 57,884 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 53,321 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 82,777 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 44,950 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 76,612 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 37,929 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 37,929 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 70,083 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 22,848 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 22,848 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2022 62,249 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 13,760 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 53,877 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 45,093 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 40,362 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 34,639 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jun 2018 34,639 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 29,378 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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A6 DJL is a 2018 Mercedes-benz S-class in Black with a 1,999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 45,674 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 DJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A6 DJL registered?

A6 DJL is a 2018 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 30 November 2018.

Is A6 DJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 DJL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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