2010 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · J70 JCD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean passing record in its most recent inspection. The December 2025 test at 119,366 miles shows the car passed with no defects, immediately following a failure on 4 December 2025. That failure involved a nearside rear tyre with structural separation, a high headlamp aim, and an inoperative rear headlamp levelling device. These issues appear to be isolated, reactive repairs rather than signs of systemic mechanical neglect. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,460 miles per year. The record shows steady progress from 51,551 miles in March 2014 to the current 119,366 miles. There is a notable period of higher usage between February 2022 and December 2023, where the mileage rose from 93,173 to 105,006. This indicates regular, predictable use rather than long periods of inactivity or sudden, heavy-duty commercial application. Recurring issues in the MOT history are limited to tyre damage, which suggests a pattern of minor consumable wear rather than mechanical failure. The tester flagged tyre cuts or structural separation in December 2025, December 2023, and February 2019. While these are non-mechanical faults, they indicate that the previous owners may be reactive to tyre damage rather than proactive with preventative maintenance. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the lighting systems and tyre condition. Given the failure regarding the headlamp aim and the inoperative levelling device in late 2025, it is necessary to verify that all headlight adjustments and electronic levelling components function correctly. Checking the remaining tyre tread and sidewall integrity is also advised to ensure no further structural damage exists. No issues regarding suspension, brakes, or structural corrosion have been flagged in the recent history, which is a positive indicator for the vehicle's chassis and drivetrain.