MERCEDES-BENZ E2016 · 1.9L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 27 March 2026 at 132,617 miles, with zero defects recorded. This marks a notable shift from the advisory cluster logged in September 2024, suggesting the maintenance trend is currently stable and improving. The tester flagged no corrosion, emissions failures, or mechanical deterioration in the latest submission, which is a strong indicator that the most recent owner has addressed prior wear items promptly. At roughly 13,262 miles per year, the mileage accumulation is high for a 2016 vehicle, pointing to sustained motorway or fleet use rather than short urban trips. The odometer climbed 4,333 miles between September 2025 and March 2026, and a further 5,027 miles in the preceding six-month window, confirming consistent high-intensity use right up to the present date. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops in the record, so the mileage trace appears genuine and continuous. The September 2024 test at 120,235 miles is the only entry raising mechanical questions. The tester flagged both front brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored, alongside both front tyres worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge. Edge wear on the front tyres typically points to tracking or suspension geometry issues rather than simple underinflation, and pitted discs often indicate prolonged neglect of pad changes or poor-quality replacements. A prospective buyer should inspect the front suspension bushes, track rod ends, and wishbone joints for play, and verify whether the discs and pads have been replaced with genuine or high-grade aftermarket components since that test. Given the high mileage and the previous brake and tyre wear, a thorough under-body inspection is advisable. Check the subframes, inner sills, and suspension mounting points for corrosion, which can accelerate on high-mileage saloons exposed to road salt. Examine the exhaust system for leaks or deterioration, and test the braking system under load for any residual binding or uneven pedal feel. The clean recent MOT is encouraging, but the underlying wear pattern from 2024 warrants a careful physical inspection before purchase.