2012 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · AT11 OTA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the recent MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 17 December 2025 at 134,992 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, despite a failure entry on the same day which listed no faults. This anomaly suggests a clerical error or a minor administrative re-test requirement rather than a mechanical failure. Since the December 2024 test, the car has maintained a clean record without any advisories or points of failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. The data shows steady usage between the January 2023 and December 2023 tests, where the car covered 5,105 miles in eleven months. Another 5,459 miles were recorded between December 2023 and December 2024, followed by 4,032 miles leading into December 2025. This regularity indicates the vehicle is driven consistently regularly, which generally helps in maintaining oil seals and preventing the corrosion often associated with long periods of standing. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should focus on standard wear items typical for a high-mileage Mercedes-Benz. Inspect the physical condition of the suspension bushes and control arms, as these components often perish at this mileage regardless of a clean MOT. Check the brake calipers for uneven wear or signs of sticking, as the record does not highlight any previous binding issues. A thorough inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion is also advisable to ensure that the vehicle has remained in a dry environment over its fourteen years.