2012 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · BL61 RBZ

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in September 2025 at 103,158 miles. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory after a mechanical failure just two weeks prior. In the August 2025 test at 102,919 miles, the car failed due to a fractured nearside front coil spring and a perished offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover. The subsequent pass indicates that the owner proactively addressed these specific suspension defects within a short timeframe. At 103,158 miles over fourteen years, the vehicle averages approximately 7,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a premium executive saloon. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent, with roughly 7,000 miles driven between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary neglect, though the low annual mileage for its age means that rubber-based components are more susceptible to age-related degradation rather than mileage-related wear. A buyer should perform a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the 2025 failure highlighted vulnerabilities in the coil springs and anti-roll bar linkages. The 2024 advisory regarding perishing and cracking on three tyres suggests that the rubber compound may be reaching the end of its life despite potentially sufficient tread depth. Additionally, while the 2022 warning about thin rear brake pads was resolved by the subsequent pass, the buyer should verify the current state of the discs and pads to ensure no uneven wear has occurred since the last service.