2021 MERCEDES-BENZ EVITO TOURER PROELECTRICITY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend regarding the front drivetrain components. While the most recent MOT test on 19 September 2025 at 44,989 miles passed without defects, it followed an immediate failure on the same day due to missing nearside and offside front drive shaft constant velocity boots. This indicates that while the repairs were addressed promptly after the failure, the underlying issue of rubber component degradation was present. The recorded mileage of 44,989 miles over five years averages out to approximately 9,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a passenger-carrying tourer. The 11,704-mile interval between the August 2024 test at 33,285 miles and the September 2025 test shows consistent use rather than long periods of stagnation. The vehicle has been driven regularly, which explains the accelerated wear on the rubber components noted in the various inspections. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the drive shafts to ensure the replacement boots are properly seated and not splitting. The progression from a severely deteriorated boot in 2024 to both boots missing in 2025 suggests a lack of preventative maintenance or a failure to notice early tearing. You should check for grease leakage around the wheel hubs and outer joints, as exposure of the joints to grit and water will lead to rapid mechanical and expensive drive shaft failure if not caught early.