2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 2.1L Diesel · ELL 107S

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT test on 22 April 2026 at 63,938 miles passing cleanly with zero defects recorded. This marks three consecutive flawless annual tests following a period of minor brake wear advisories, indicating that the previous owner addressed those items promptly and has since maintained the vehicle to a high standard. The absence of any recurring or new advisories in 2024, 2025, and 2026 suggests consistent upkeep rather than deferred maintenance. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. However, a notable gap appears between the March 2023 test at 43,252 miles and the April 2022 test at 29,976 miles, representing roughly 13,276 miles covered in just over twelve months, which is above the annual average. The subsequent intervals show a steadier pattern, with approximately 3,183 miles added between March 2023 and April 2024, followed by 3,183 miles to April 2025, and 2,618 miles to April 2026. The record is complete with no gaps in annual testing, and no anomalies suggest mileage tampering or long periods of inactivity. The 2023 test at 43,252 miles flagged worn front and rear brake discs alongside thin inner brake pads on both axles. These were advisory items rather than failures, meaning the components were still within legal tolerance but approaching replacement. The clean results in subsequent years confirm that the discs and pads were replaced, which is a positive sign of responsible ownership. No suspension, steering, exhaust, or structural corrosion issues have ever been flagged across the entire history. A buyer should still inspect the braking system in person, including disc thickness, pad material remaining, and caliper operation, to confirm the condition matches the clean recent records. Given the vehicle's age and the typical wear profile of a large SUV covering this mileage, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, suspension bush condition, and tyre wear patterns remains advisable. The MOT history alone paints a picture of a well-maintained example, but a physical inspection and test drive will verify that the mechanical condition supports the paper record.