2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 3.0L Diesel · CV02 ART

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT status following a pass on 16 April 2024. The maintenance trend shows a period of improvement after a critical failure just one day prior. On 15 April 2024, the tester recorded a dangerous failure due to rear brake pads being less than 1.5mm thick, accompanied by advisories for worn front and rear brake discs. The subsequent pass the following day indicates that these specific braking defects were addressed immediately to restore roadworthiness. At 86,636 miles, the vehicle has averaged approximately 8,664 miles per year over its ten years, aligning with typical usage patterns for its age. There is a significant gap in recorded data between the November 2021 test and the January 2023 test, followed by more frequent testing in the last sixteen months. The January 2023 record noted that both rear tyres were nearing the legal limit and showing signs of edge wear, suggesting potential uneven tyre distribution or alignment issues at that time. A buyer should physically inspect the braking system to ensure the repairs made in April 2024 were executed to a professional standard. Given the advisories for worn discs and the failure for thin pads, it is necessary to check the remaining thickness of the current components and any signs of glazing or sticking. The previous edge wear noted in 2023 warrants a close inspection of the suspension bushes and tracking geometry to rule out mechanical faults that could cause premature tyre degradation.