2014 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · GS02 ASK

The vehicle presents a concerning history of tyre-related failures that suggest reactive maintenance patterns. In the most recent test on 24 October 2025 at 130,684 miles, the car failed due to a nearside rear tyre with exposed cords, a damaged offside front tyre, and a worn offside rear tyre. While it passed the retest on the same day, the recurring nature of tyre degradation and uneven wear indicates a lack of proactive fitment checks. This trend persists across multiple years, suggesting the owner only addressed these issues once they reached the MOT failure point rather than performing routine safety-critical inspections. At 130,684 miles, the vehicle has averaged approximately 10,900 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a twelve-year-old executive saloon. However, the MOT record from 26 October 2024 at 125,161 miles shows a failure for a fractured offside rear coil spring alongside further tyre issues. A broken coil spring is a significant mechanical fault that affects vehicle geometry and handling, and the fact that it was noted a year prior suggests the suspension components may be under significant stress. The mileage gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests is roughly 11,000 miles, showing consistent use which typically accelerates wear on rubber suspension bushes and braking components. The clean record from October 2023 at 114,238 miles stands as an outlier in a history defined by mechanical failures and consumable wear-and-tear issues. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the remaining suspension assembly and alignment, as the previous coil spring failure and uneven tyre wear often indicate underlying tracking issues. Given the history of perishing tyres, the current age and condition of all four tyres must be verified to ensure they are not nearing another immediate failure despite the recent pass.