2020 Mercedes-Benz X 2.3L Diesel · VD11 AZZ

The vehicle demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend over the past two years, with the most recent MOT test on 2025-12-22 at 51,063 miles resulting in a clean pass and no recorded defects. The absence of advisories or repeated failures across the last two tests suggests the vehicle has undergone consistent maintenance, though the duplicate entry for the 2024-11-29 test—one pass and one failure at identical mileage—indicates a potential administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical issue. No structural or safety-critical components were flagged in the most recent inspection, but the lack of advisories does not preclude hidden wear, particularly in high-stress areas like suspension bushes or brake calipers. The mileage progression of approximately 8,510 miles annually aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged periods of inactivity. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests spans 11 months, which is standard for MOT cycles, and the recorded mileage increase of 11,613 miles over that period reflects steady, if not aggressive, usage. While this mileage does not suggest extreme wear, it does imply that consumable components—such as brake pads, tyres, and suspension elements—may require closer scrutiny, as they degrade proportionally with distance travelled. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity, particularly the condition of rear wheel bearings and bushes, which are common failure points in Mercedes-Benz models of this era. The tester did not record any binding brakes in prior tests, but wear on rear calipers or discs could have developed since the last inspection, especially given the mileage accumulation. Additionally, examine the front and rear wheel arches for corrosion, as this model is prone to rust in high-stress areas, and verify the integrity of coil springs and shock absorbers for leaks or uneven wear. The absence of emissions-related failures does not rule out catalytic converter efficiency issues, so a visual check for soot buildup or a scan for fault codes would be prudent. Finally, inspect the exhaust system for leaks or excessive corrosion, as this is often overlooked in vehicles with clean MOTs.