MERCEDES 1901992 · 2.5L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile based on the final recorded entries, though the data is now over a decade old. The most recent test conducted in November 2015 at 243,410 miles passed with no defects, following a failure just four days prior. This indicates that the owner addressed reactive issues regarding brake imbalance, a faulty horn, and a worn offside track rod end. However, because there are no recorded MOT tests since 2015, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle cannot be verified. The recorded mileage of 243,410 miles over 34 years averages approximately 7,159 miles per year, which is consistent with a classic vehicle of this era. The history shows consistent usage between 2013 and 2015, with roughly 10,000 miles covered in each twelve-month interval. The significant gap in testing from 2015 to 2026 suggests the vehicle has either been taken off the road or has sat for extended periods, which often leads to perished rubber components, fluid degradation, and brake corrosion regardless of low mileage. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and steering geometry. The history previously flagged play in track rod ends and rear hub noise, suggesting the front-end components and wheel bearings are prone to accelerated wear. The 2013 report of pitted front discs and the 2015 failure for brake imbalance necessitate a modern check of the calipers for seizing and discs for thickness. Given the age and mileage of this Mercedes, a structural integrity check of the sills, subframe mounting, and floor pans is critical, as these areas are common points of corrosion on the W201 chassis.