2016 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · AL03 EXO

The vehicle presents a stable and consistently clean maintenance trend, evidenced by a flawless recent MOT record. The most recent test on 11 October 2025 at 153,238 miles passed with zero defects recorded, indicating the car met all roadworthiness standards at that time. A preceding test on 9 October 2025 at 153,204 miles shows a recorded failure, yet notably lists no specific defects, suggesting an administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical breakdown. The subsequent clean pass confirms a resolving trend from that anomalous failure, leaving the car in a sound mechanical state at the time of its latest inspection. The mileage accumulation aligns with the vehicle's age, averaging roughly 15,324 miles annually, which sits above the national average. Between the September 2022 test at 105,185 miles and the September 2023 test at 120,493 miles, the car covered 15,308 miles. The following year, up to the October 2024 test at 137,127 miles, saw a similar accumulation of 16,634 miles. The most recent annual interval, from October 2024 to October 2025, recorded a mileage gain of 16,111 miles, though the final two tests in October 2025 show a negligible 34-mile jump over two days. This pattern reflects sustained, high-mileage use rather than prolonged periods of inactivity. Despite the clean MOT record, the high annual mileage places significant wear on consumables and structural components. A buyer should inspect the condition of the brake discs and pads, as high-mileage driving accelerates wear beyond typical annual cycles. The suspension bushes and coil springs require close scrutiny for fatigue cracks or sagging, common in heavily used executive saloons. The underbody and wheel arches require close inspection for corrosion, as road salt exposure accumulates proportionally with mileage. The tyres should be measured for uneven wear, which often indicates aggressive driving or misalignment on a vehicle covering such distances.