2007 Mercedes E 3.0L Diesel · BA51 RAS

The 2007 Mercedes E-Class presents a stable and recently improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 12 June 2026 at 184,438 miles with zero defects recorded. This is a significant turnaround from the same period in 2025, when the vehicle failed its MOT on 7 June 2025 at 165,628 miles due to excessively corroded brake pipes and insecure exhaust components, before passing a retest four days later with residual advisories on brake pipe corrosion and rear disc wear. The jump from 165,886 miles in June 2025 to 184,438 miles today represents roughly 18,552 miles covered in twelve months, a notable acceleration from the prior annual average of approximately 9,707 miles. That spike suggests heavier recent use, which places additional stress on consumable wear items and demands closer scrutiny of the drivetrain and suspension. The mileage progression overall is broadly typical for a nineteen-year-old vehicle, averaging around 9,707 miles annually, though the sharp increase between June 2025 and June 2026 breaks that pattern and warrants attention. There are no alarming gaps in the record, with annual tests filed consistently each June, providing a reliable chronological picture of the vehicle's condition. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should focus on the structural and hydraulic components that have shown recurring issues. The 2024 test flagged corroded rear coil springs, and the 2025 failures highlighted corroded brake pipes on all four corners, suggesting the vehicle may have been exposed to road salt or damp storage conditions that promote underbody corrosion. The engine undertray noted as misty with oil in 2025 should be examined for weeping gaskets or a failing oil cooler, even though it did not appear in the latest test. Rear brake pads and discs have appeared as advisories in 2023 and 2025, so checking pad thickness and disc scoring remains prudent given the elevated mileage accumulation. A thorough underbody inspection for corrosion on brake lines, subframes, and suspension mounting points is strongly advised before purchase.