2016 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · MU54 ABE

Based on the DVSA record, this E-Class holds a clean, unbroken pass history across five consecutive MOT tests, with no defects or advisories recorded at any stage. The most recent test in January 2026 at 242,856 miles returned no findings, which indicates the vehicle met the statutory roadworthiness standards at that point. The maintenance trend is stable and, given the mileage involved, arguably better than expected. A clean pass at that mileage suggests suspension bushes, brake discs, and structural components were not yet raising concerns for the tester. The recorded mileage pattern reveals sustained, heavy use. The car covered roughly 25,500 miles between July 2023 and January 2023, then around 15,200 miles in the following six months. From January 2024 onward, the annual accumulation stepped up to approximately 35,000 miles per year. Averaging about 24,286 miles annually across its ten years, this is high-mileage work, most likely regular motorway running. The absence of any mileage discrepancies or test gaps is a positive sign, as it shows continuous use rather than long periods of standing. The MOT record itself is unusually clean for a vehicle of this age and mileage; however, the absence of recorded defects does not mean the car needs nothing. Annual tests only assess condition at a single point in time, so a buyer should pay close attention in person to the suspension bushes and drop links, which tend to wear silently at this mileage, and to the rear brake calipers, which are prone to binding on this platform. High-mileage vehicles also demand a close look at the cooling system and oil consumption habits. The lack of any advisory history suggests the previous keeper addressed wear before the test, but that does not guarantee the same discipline going forward. A thorough independent pre-purchase inspection remains essential, particularly for a car that has covered nearly a quarter of a million miles.