2017 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · FH17 POU

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The latest test on 11 December 2025 at 113,306 miles passed but introduced advisories for both the nearside and offside rear tyres being worn to the legal limit and unevenly. This suggests that while the car is mechanically functional enough to pass, the previous owner has neglected basic consumable replacements until the MOT tester flagged them. The mileage pattern reflects a high-use profile for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,600 miles per year. There is a significant surge of 16,353 miles recorded between January 2024 (85,938 miles) and January 2025 (102,291 miles), followed by another 11,015 miles in the eleven months leading to the December 2025 test. This accumulation is consistent with heavy motorway use, which typically places specific stresses on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to lower-mileage examples. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the rear suspension geometry, as the uneven tyre wear noted in December 2025 often points to alignment issues or worn bushes. The history also shows thin rear brake pads flagged in December 2022 at 69,637 miles; given the high mileage since then, the current state of the discs and calipers requires immediate verification. Given the high mileage, attention should also be paid to checking for oil leaks around the engine and any signs of premature wear on the shock absorbers, which are not captured in the standard MOT testing routine.