2002 Mercedes-Benz E 2.0L Petrol · A7 EPC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last four years. The most recent test on 19 July 2024 at 116,137 miles passed without any defects, following a failure just two days prior at 116,136 miles. This specific failure appears anomalous as no defects were recorded on the report, suggesting a potential clerical error or a minor administrative delay that was resolved immediately without indicating a systemic mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,839 miles per year. Between October 2020 and October 2022, the car covered only 3,039 miles, indicating long periods of stationary storage or infrequent use. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such patterns often lead to the degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes, sidewalls, and brake seals, which perish through age rather than mechanical friction. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes, as Mercedes-Benz models from this era are prone to corrosion. Given the low mileage, the tester must check for seized brake calipers or perished rubber hoses that occur when a vehicle sits for extended periods. Additionally, inspect the tyres for cracking and sidew spotting, as the age of the rubber likely poses a greater risk than the tread depth provided by the low mileage figure.