2005 Mercedes E 3.2L Diesel · FL05 LWR

The most recent MOT in April 2026 was a pass, but it highlighted specific lighting failures that need immediate attention. The nearside rear registration plate lamp is inoperative, and both front headlamps have products on the lenses that, while not yet critically reducing output, indicate poor maintenance of the lighting system. These are minor fixes compared to previous years, yet they suggest the current owner may be neglecting basic upkeep. Looking at the mechanical history, there is a clear pattern of wear emerging on the running gear as the mileage climbs. In 2025, all four tyres were recorded as worn close to the legal limit or showing edge wear, which often points to alignment issues or suspension geometry problems rather than just age. Prior to that, in 2024, the offside front suspension arm ball joint showed slight play. This progression from a clean bill of health in 2022 and 2023 to multiple tyre warnings and suspension play indicates the vehicle's condition trend is worsening as it approaches higher mileage. The car has covered roughly 7,294 miles per year over its 21-year life, which is typical average usage. This mileage level suggests the vehicle was used regularly rather than sitting idle, meaning components like rubber bushes, seals, and suspension joints have undergone consistent stress cycles. While the mileage is not exceptionally high for the age, the accumulation of nearly 154,000 miles means you are now in the territory where major consumables and suspension parts require frequent replacement.