2011 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · AE11 CAN

The vehicle presents as roadworthy following the most recent MOT pass on 17 January 2024 at 133,666 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the available record. The tester recorded no defects at that test. Prior to this, the same mileage appears on a failed test dated 12 January 2024 where no defects were listed, suggesting an administrative or presentation failure rather than a mechanical fault. The history shows no recurring advisories or worsening mechanical condition. Annual mileage sits at roughly 8,900 miles per year against the car's 2011 build, a typical use profile for a 15-year-old executive saloon. The record jumps from 118,676 miles at the 2 September 2021 pass to 126,617 miles by 2 September 2022, then to 133,666 miles by January 2024, reflecting steady rather than aggressive accumulation. A notable gap exists between the August 2021 fail and the September 2022 pass, leaving a 12-month period with no recorded test, though the later pass confirms the car returned to compliant status. The DVSA data flags no suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emission concerns across any entry. The two failures dated 31 August 2021 and 12 January 2024 list no defects, so the buyer cannot infer skipped consumable upkeep such as tyres or wiper blades from the official record. Previous owners appear to have maintained the car to a passable standard without outstanding structural or mechanical risks recorded. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of structural integrity and underbody condition given the vehicle's age and the sparse advisory history. Verify the reason for the two no-defect failures with the testing stations, as the records offer no technical explanation. Check brake calipers, suspension mounts, and exhaust for age-related degradation not captured by the clean MOT entries.