2009 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · EE59 EDD

The vehicle currently maintains a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass in its most recent inspection on 15 January 2026 at 130,152 miles. This result indicates that all mechanical and safety systems met the minimum legal standards without recorded defects. While the car suffered a failure in January 2025, the immediate retest pass on the same day suggests the owner was motivated to rectify the identified issues quickly rather than allowing mechanical faults to persist. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. Between August 2023 at 98,129 miles and January 2026 at 130,152 miles, the car covered 32,023 miles, representing a steady usage profile. The low annual mileage over the ১৭-year span suggests the drivetrain and engine components have faced moderate stress, though the age of the vehicle increases the risk of rubber-based component degradation and fluid leaks regardless of mileage-related wear. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the most recent tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on common failure points specific to this Mercedes-Benz generation that do not always trigger an MOT failure until critical. Prioritize a check of the front suspension wish arms and bushings, as these often perish on older vehicles despite low mileage. Inspect the chassis for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe mounting, as the absence of historical rust advisories does not guarantee the absence of surface oxidation in hidden underbody areas.