2009 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · CU59 MYW

The vehicle presents a current roadworthy status following the June 2025 test cycle, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The most recent pass occurred on 9 June 2025 at 136,584 miles with no defects recorded, though the same date also shows a failed test at identical mileage and with no defects logged, indicating an administrative or procedural failure rather than a mechanical fault. Prior to this, the April 2023 pass at 136,221 miles and the June 2024 pass at 136,559 miles both recorded clean results, showing no worsening pattern of advisories or structural concerns across the three-year span. Mileage accumulation sits at a typical level for a 2009 registered vehicle, averaging roughly 8,034 miles per year against the 136,584 miles recorded. The records show minimal annual use: only 338 miles were added between April 2023 and June 2024, and a mere 25 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. Such low yearly coverage suggests extended standing periods, which commonly accelerates perishing of rubber suspension bushes, tyre sidewalls, and brake caliper seizing through lack of movement. A buyer should physically inspect the front and rear brake calipers for binding or corrosion, given the long dormant intervals between tests. The tester logged no advisories on coil springs, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity, but standing vehicles often hide surface corrosion on subframes and brake discs that a static MOT bay check may not fully expose. Given the repeated same-day fail and pass entries at 136,584 miles in June 2025 and the identical pattern at 136,559 miles in June 2024, previous owners likely used fast-retest workflows after minor paperwork or identification issues rather than addressing mechanical defects. The clean defect history implies basic upkeep was maintained, yet the near-static mileage demands a hands-on check of consumables and drivetrain seals before purchase.