2018 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · BG68 AFA

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-06-23 at 74,682 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating the car met roadworthiness standards at that time. However, a prior failure on 2025-06-09 at 73,597 miles—just 14 days earlier—suggests potential unresolved issues, though no specific defects were logged. The absence of recorded faults in both tests complicates interpretation, but the rapid turnaround between failure and pass implies corrective action was taken. Overall, the maintenance trend shows intermittent compliance, with no clear pattern of worsening or improvement. Mileage progression reveals a significant jump from 46,277 miles in 2024 to 73,597 miles by 2025, an increase of 27,320 miles in 12 months. This exceeds the vehicle’s average annual usage of ~9,335 miles, raising concerns about accelerated wear on components like brakes, suspension, and tyres. Earlier records show stable mileage between2022 and 2024, with no defects noted, but the sudden surge in 2025 may indicate heavy usage or inconsistent maintenance. The sparse data between 2022 and 2024, combined with the recent high-mileage phase, limits confidence in long-term reliability. A physical inspection should prioritise the braking system, suspension bushes, and exhaust emissions, as these are common failure points in high-mileage vehicles. The lack of recorded corrosion or structural issues in MOTs is reassuring, but the 2025 mileage spike warrants scrutiny of tyre wear, brake disc thickness, and coil spring condition. Buyers should also verify service history for any unrecorded repairs, particularly around the June 2025 failure, and assess the vehicle’s overall corrosion resistance, as sudden mileage increases can mask underlying mechanical stress.