2014 MERCEDES-BENZ E2.1L Electric Diesel

The vehicle presents a clean, stable roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 22 August 2025 at 73,118 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of four consecutive passes since August 2022. A same-day failure recorded on 16 August 2022 at 55,914 miles carries no defect data, suggesting a minor administrative issue or immediate rectification rather than a mechanical concern. No recurring faults, corrosion notes, or wear items appear across the entire history, indicating consistent maintenance standards. Mileage accumulation runs at a steady 5,200 to 6,100 miles per year, aligning with the 6,093-mile annual average for a twelve-year-old executive saloon. The progression from 55,914 miles in August 2022 through 62,056, 67,249, to 73,118 miles in August 2025 shows regular use without prolonged storage periods or sudden spikes. Test intervals remain tightly clustered around mid-August each year, reflecting disciplined ownership and timely presentation. The absence of even minor advisories — tyres, brakes, suspension bushes, or corrosion — across four tests is notable for this age and mileage. A buyer should still verify the condition of consumables not always captured as advisories at these thresholds. Front brake discs and pads on the E-Class typically approach replacement around 70,000 miles depending on driving style; rear discs often last longer but can suffer binding calipers if the electronic parking brake is neglected. Suspension components — particularly front lower control arm bushes and rear multi-link bushes — should be inspected for play or splitting, as these degrade silently before becoming testable faults. The clean emissions records suggest the diesel particulate filter and EGR system have been managed correctly, but a live data scan would confirm regeneration cycles are completing normally. Structural integrity appears sound with no corrosion advisories on load-bearing members, yet the underbody deserves close scrutiny on a ramp. Mercedes of this era can develop hidden rot in the inner sills, rear subframe mounts, and front turret tops despite a clean MOT. The exhaust system, while passing emissions, should be checked for internal baffle collapse or flexi-pipe fatigue common at this mileage. Overall, the documentary evidence points to a well-maintained example, but the physical inspection must confirm that the absence of paper defects matches mechanical reality.