2008 Mercedes E 3.0L Diesel · A13 FAL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive repairs to emerging component wear. While the most recent test in June 2025 at 84,004 miles passed, it introduced advisories regarding a leaking offside rear shock absorber and a worn nearside tyre. This indicates the beginning of suspension degradation following a stable period in late 2023 where the vehicle failed twice due to an engine malfunction light and an illegible registration plate, which were subsequently rectified. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old Mercedes, averaging approximately 4,667 miles per year. The data reveals a period of higher activity in late 2023, where the car covered 1,000 miles between September and December, followed by nearly 9,200 miles over the following eighteen months. This low annual usage suggests light travel but often increases the risk of rubber-based components per and seals suffering from age, which likely aligns with the oil misting on the shock absorber noted in the latest test. A buyer must physically inspect the rear suspension to determine if the oil misting on the offside shock has progressed to a failure requiring immediate replacement. The nearside tyre also demands an investigation into alignment issues, as the record notes uneven wear on the edge. Given the previous failures related to the engine management system in 2023, a diagnostic scan should be performed to ensure no latent fault codes remain in the system that were cleared rather than permanently repaired.