MERCEDES-BENZ E2014 · 3.0L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 14 January 2026 at 43,889 miles recorded no defects or advisories, maintaining a stable maintenance trend over the last five years. This continuity suggests that the vehicle has been well-kept and lacks the mechanical or structural degradation typically seen in cars of this age. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,657 miles per year. Between January 2022 at 29,797 miles and January 2026 at 43,889 miles, the car covered only 14,092 miles. This low-usage pattern indicates minimal wear on high-stress components like the engine internals and drivetrain assembly. However, such long intervals between uses can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components and brake fluid chemistry regardless of the low odometer reading. Given the clean electronic record, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection focusing on components susceptible to time rather than mileage. Priority should include checking for cracking tyre sidewalls, perished suspension bushes, and bushings, which can become brittle when a vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. Examine the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, as low-frequency braking often prevents the pads from cleaning the rotors effectively. The structural integrity appears sound based on the lack of past underbody advisories, but a visual check of the chassis rails remains standard practice.