2016 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · EF52 AAA

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on November 28 2024 with 216,873 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable following a single test failure in late 2023. While the clean report in 2024 suggests that immediate issues were rectified, the historical data indicates that the previous owner was proactive in addressing necessary repairs to ensure the vehicle remained legal for the road. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging over 21,000 miles per year. A significant period of use is evident between October 2022 and November 2023, where the car covered 107,515 miles in just 13 months. This rapid accumulation suggests consistent long-distance driving, which typically places accelerated stress on drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to average-use vehicles. The 55,000-mile gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests further confirms this high-intensity operational cycle. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and steering assembly, as the high-mileage history increases the likelihood of worn control arms, ball joints, and shock absorbers. Given the mileage, the brake system should be checked for significant thinning of discs or signs of caliper wear. Although the recent MOT shows no structural defects, the chassis should be inspected for corrosion, particularly around subframes and mounting points, as high-mileage exposure to road elements can accelerate metal degradation over time.