2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE 3.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · C14 UDX

The most recent MOT test on 2025-07-21 confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy, though with a critical observation that the rear tyres—both nearside and offside—were recorded as worn close to the legal limit and exhibiting uneven edge wear. This marks a notable deviation from the previous two tests, where no defects were logged in 2024 and only a minor inspection obstruction in 2023. While the vehicle passed the latest test, the recurring tyre concerns suggest either deferred maintenance or inconsistent rotation/alignment practices. No structural or mechanical advisories appear in the record, but the tyre condition indicates a component that requires immediate verification. The mileage progression reveals a steady accumulation of approximately 7,138 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The gap between tests is consistent at around one year, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity. The 2023 test at 25,253 miles was the earliest, followed by 33,811 miles in 2024 and 42,831 miles in 2025, demonstrating a predictable maintenance cycle without signs of neglect or excessive wear beyond expected consumption. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear tyres, confirming their current tread depth and uniformity, as the 2025 MOT flags them as critically close to the legal minimum. Given the lack of advisories in prior tests, the suspension components—including bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers—should be examined for wear, particularly around the rear axle where uneven tyre wear often originates. The braking system, while not explicitly faulted, warrants scrutiny for binding calipers or uneven disc wear, especially if the vehicle exhibits uneven braking behaviour. Structural integrity, such as underbody corrosion or frame damage, should also be assessed, though the sparse MOT history provides no prior red flags in this area.