MERCEDES E1995 · 2.8L PETROL

The most recent MOT on 2011-02-05 recorded a pass with no defects, but this was preceded by a failure on 2011-02-01 at the same mileage of 142,475 miles. The failure cited three issues: a non-functional nearside rear stop lamp, a rear direction indicator with incorrect colour, and an ABS fault indicated by the warning lamp. These suggest electrical or sensor-related problems that could impact safety. Earlier MOTs show a pattern of minor issues. A 2010-01-18 pass noted discoloured rear direction indicators, while a 2009-01-16 failure highlighted excessive exhaust emissions. The 2009-01-23 pass had no defects. The recurring lighting and ABS issues, combined with the 2011 failure, indicate potential electrical system vulnerabilities or intermittent faults. However, the 2011 pass suggests these were addressed, though no follow-up tests confirm this. The vehicle’s mileage of 142,475 miles over 31 years equates to roughly 4,596 miles annually, which is low for its age. This could reflect light use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which may contribute to component degradation, such as rubber seals, electrical connections, or battery health.