MERCEDES E1995 · 2.2L PETROL

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness status, with the record indicating a clear trend of deteriorating braking system performance. The most recent recorded test in February 2014 at 101,666 miles showed the parking brake efficiency only just meeting the legal threshold. This follows a pattern of mechanical issues dating back to 2012, where the tester flagged juddering front brakes and insufficient parking brake travel. Given that no MOT has been recorded for over twelve years, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unverified and likely compromised by years of neglect. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 31-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,280 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between August 2012 at 90,289 miles and February 2014 at 101,666 miles, after which the vehicle ceased to have recorded tests. While low mileage generally suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of stationary use often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, seizing of brake calipers, and internal fluid ingress within the system. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, specifically targeting the inner wings which showed corrosion in 2012. The recurring faults related to binding brakes and imbalanced axles suggest that the hydraulic system or mechanical sliders are prone to failure on this example. Attention should be paid to the suspension bushes and brake lines, as age-related perishability is likely to have set in despite the low odometer reading. The lack of any testing history for the last decade represents a high risk of hidden mechanical failure and advanced structural rust.