2020 Mercedes-Benz E 4.0L Petrol · 7690 TU

Four consecutive first-time MOT passes punctuated only by minor edge wear on the front tyres and standard cosmetic undertray fixtures define the straightforward regulatory history of this Mercedes-Benz, which successfully secured a clean pass with no defects recorded on the eighth of June, two thousand twenty-six. This unbroken sequence of passes indicates that the vehicle has cleared its statutory roadworthiness examinations without encountering major structural or mechanical failures, reflecting a stable maintenance trajectory over its monitored life. Accumulating twenty-one thousand six hundred nineteen miles over roughly six years yields an average of approximately three thousand six hundred miles per year, establishing a notably low usage profile for a modern executive saloon. While this restricted annual mileage does not point to intensive fleet or commercial deployment, prospective buyers should verify that the vehicle has not suffered from extended periods of complete stagnation, which can occasionally accelerate the degradation of rubber suspension components and auxiliary drive belts despite a lack of high-mileage friction wear. Scrutiny of the advisory record points directly to the front axle tyres, which were flagged in August two thousand twenty-five for wearing close to the legal limit on their edges, suggesting that geometry alignment or cornering loads warrant physical inspection during a viewing. When inspecting the vehicle, check the outer shoulders of both front tyres for uneven tread depletion and confirm that the steering geometry tracks straight without pulling under braking or acceleration, as edge wear can indicate underlying tracking misalignment rather than simple end-of-life tread consumption. The presence of engine trims and undertrays noted during the two thousand twenty-four test highlights the importance of removing these protective cowlings during a pre-purchase ramp inspection to properly assess the condition of the powertrain and auxiliary components. Without these covers removed, underlying oil leaks, fluid weeping from turbo lines or gasket interfaces, and potential corrosion on subframe mounting points remain hidden, making a thorough mechanical underbody check essential before finalising any purchase agreement.