2005 Mercedes-Benz E 3.2L Diesel · BL55 ACJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test on 9 May 2025 at 153,523 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, despite a failure entry on the same day which listed no faults. This suggests an administrative error or a minor issue that was rectified immediately before the successful retest. Since the 2022 inspection, the car has cleared every test without advisories, indicating a high standard of preventative maintenance regarding safety components. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per annum. Between May 2022 (136,594 miles) and May 2025 (153,523 miles), the car covered 16,929 miles, representing a steady usage rate of roughly 5,600 miles per year. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy motorway stress, which typically preserves the integrity of the drivetrain and suspension bushings. Despite the clean MOT history, the age of the Mercedes necessitates scrutiny regarding the degradation of rubber components and fluid integrity. A buyer should inspect the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly on the subframes and mounting points, as MOT tests often miss surface rust until it becomes structural. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check for perished seals and leaking brake lines, as these components age through time rather than through mechanical wear.