2018 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · KR18 ACJ

The most recent MOT, completed on the 16th of September 2025 at 41,471 miles, resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, and it continues an unbroken sequence of first-time passes since 2021. With every annual test showing no advisory notices, the maintenance trend is stable rather than deteriorating, and the vehicle appears to have been consistently well looked after. There is no evidence of any structural concerns, brake component wear, or suspension weaknesses being flagged by DVSA testers across the last five years. The recorded mileage supports a pattern of steady, light usage. At 41,471 miles over roughly eight years, the car covers around 5,184 miles annually, which is considerably below the national average. The incremental test readings increase in a gradual and logical manner, from 14,425 miles in September 2021 to 19,920 miles in August 2022, then 27,134 miles in September 2023, and 34,568 miles in September 2024. There are no glaring gaps or sudden mileage spikes, so the car has not suffered from long periods of standing followed by heavy use. Given that the MOT record is entirely clean, a buyer should still commission an independent workshop inspection before purchase. The modern Mercedes-Benz E-Class uses complex suspension geometry and air springs in many cases, so a professional check of the dampers, control arm bushes, and brake discs is wise. Components such as tyres and brake pads are consumables and will wear with the low annual mileage, but age-related deterioration of rubber bushes and seals can also occur. The eight-year age means a physical inspection of the underside for corrosion, along with a check of the electronic systems and service history, remains a sensible step to confirm the car is as sound as the MOT history suggests.