2005 Mercedes-Benz E 1.8L Petrol · GY55 AAJ

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate reactive maintenance. The most recent test on 25 July 2023 at 151,962 miles passed with no recorded defects, following a failure just one day prior at nearly the same mileage. This suggests the previous owner was proactive in addressing immediate non-compliance to secure a certificate, and the vehicle has since passed without advisories or failures across the last three recorded tests. The mileage profile is consistent with a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,236 miles per year. Between August 2021 and August 2022, the car covered 1,291 miles, while it clocked another 1,053 miles between August 2022 and July 2023. These low annual intervals suggest the car is used sparingly, which typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine but can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and brake seals due to long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframe mounting points, as older Mercedes-Benz E-Classes are prone to corrosion in these areas. Given the low annual mileage, inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and the coil springs for fractures, which may have perished from age rather than high distance. Check the brake discs for surface pitting and seized calipers, as infrequent use often results in rust buildup on the braking system despite a clean MOT history.