2017 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · FV17 DPZ

The vehicle presents a solid mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 5 November 2025 at 65,862 miles, where it passed with zero defects recorded. That clean result is notable given the earlier failure just days before the November 2023 test, when the tester flagged a fractured nearside rear wheel, exposed ply on the nearside rear tyre, and an offside rear tyre worn to near the legal limit. The fact that all three defects were rectified and no tyre or wheel advisories have reappeared in the subsequent two annual tests suggests the previous owner addressed the issues properly rather than deferring them. The maintenance trend is therefore stable and currently improving, with the most recent pass representing the cleanest result in the entire recorded history. The mileage progression tells a consistent story. Between November 2022 at 41,135 miles and November 2025 at 65,862 miles, the car covered 24,727 miles across three years, averaging roughly 8,242 miles per year. That sits slightly above the lifetime average of approximately 7,318 miles per year, pointing to a period of heavier use or more regular long-distance driving in recent years. There are no suspicious gaps between test dates or implausible mileage jumps, and the annual cadence of testing each November indicates a routine pattern of ownership rather than extended periods of neglect or storage. From a buyer's perspective, the November 2023 failure is the only episode of genuine concern in the record, and it centred entirely on the rear wheel and tyre assembly. A prospective buyer should inspect the nearside rear wheel closely for any signs of prior weld repair or hairline cracking, particularly around the inner rim and bead seat area. Both rear tyres deserve attention for uneven wear patterns, especially edge wear on the offside, which can indicate tracking misalignment or worn suspension bushes that may not yet be severe enough to trigger an MOT advisory. The rear suspension components, including shock absorbers, trailing arms, and anti-roll bar links, should be checked for play or deterioration given the impact forces a fractured wheel would have transmitted through the assembly. Beyond the rear axle, the broader mechanical record is reassuring. Four out of five tests passed without any defects, and the sole advisory, a deteriorated rear registration plate in November 2024, is cosmetic rather than structural. No corrosion, exhaust, braking, or steering faults have been flagged across the entire history. A test drive should still verify smooth brake operation without pulling, consistent steering tracking, and no unusual drivetrain vibrations, but on paper this E-Class demonstrates the kind of consistent upkeep a buyer would expect from a well-maintained Mercedes of this age.