2009 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · JN 3362

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT on 14 August 2025 at 63,212 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the failure just three days prior to that pass indicates a reactive approach to urgent safety items. The tester flagged a nearside front outer tyre bulge and a damaged offside rear tyre reaching the cords, both of which were rectified immediately. This suggests the owner addresses critical safety defects only when prompted by official testing. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 63,212 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-usage patterns, with only 844 miles covered between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests. While this low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion on metal surfaces due to long periods of inactivity or limited thermal operation. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and fluid seals. The August 2024 test at 62,368 miles highlighted thin rear brake pads and pitted, scored discs across all four wheels, alongside a noted nearside oil leak and a differential leak. While these were not failures, the pitting on the discs is common in low-use vehicles where moisture accumulates. You should verify if the oil leak has remained minor or check for signs of active weeping from the engine block or sump.. Given the age and low usage, a thorough check of suspension bushes for perished rubber and structural chassis corrosion is essential, as these components often fail from age rather than mileage.