2014 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · AP14 VVT

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 17 February 2026 at 74,730 miles, following a failure just five days prior. That failure revealed critical issues including an inoperative engine management light, a fractured nearside front road wheel, and defective front windscreen wipers. While these faults were rectified to secure a pass, the presence of an engine MIL malfunction suggests a potential electrical or sensor issue that was either cleared or addressed specifically for the test. The fractured wheel indicates a previous significant impact or material fatigue that necessitated an immediate replacement of a structural component to prevent catastrophic failure. At 74,730 miles, the car averages approximately 6,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a twelve-year-old luxury executive vehicle. The record shows a consistent pattern of annual testing, with mileage gaps of roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles between entries. In the 2025 test at 67,391 miles, the tester noted front brake discs were pitted and scored, a common sign of wear for this age. The 2024 test at 61,279 miles highlighted multiple tyre issues with cuts and edge wear on the nearside rear, suggesting a period of neglected maintenance or poor alignment geometry during that interval. The mechanical trend appears relatively stable but requires attention to consumables and safety-critical components. The buyer should verify that the nearside front wheel was replaced with a genuine part and inspect the front brake system for thinning beyond the 2025 advisory. Since no structural corrosion or suspension failures were recorded across the history, the integrity of the chassis appears sound on paper. However, the engine management system should be monitored closely to ensure the MIL failure from February 2026 does not recur, as this could indicate a deeper intermittent fault in the drivetrain or emissions electronics.