2013 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · KS13 LUB

The maintenance trend for this 2013 Mercedes-Benz E-Class appears stable, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent examination. On 18 December 2025, at 154,306 miles, the vehicle passed with zero defects recorded. This follows a pattern of annual testing where the car initially failed on 13 December 2025 at 154,269 miles, yet the record shows no specific defects were noted for that failure. The immediate pass five days later suggests the initial failure was either an administrative anomaly or a rectified minor issue that did not warrant a formal defect listing, indicating the car currently meets roadworthiness standards without any outstanding mechanical or structural concerns. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Between the December 2023 test at 126,102 miles and the December 2024 test at 139,434 miles, the car covered 13,332 miles over twelve months. However, the mileage increase slowed significantly thereafter, with 14,872 miles added between December 2024 and the December 2025 test at 154,306 miles. The recent five-day gap between the fail and pass in December 2025 shows a negligible 37-mile difference, confirming the vehicle was likely stationary during that period. The data is sparse but clean, showing no unexpected spikes or rapid accumulation that would indicate excessive wear. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection remains prudent given the car's age and mileage. The absence of recorded defects is encouraging, but the unexplained failures in December 2024 and December 2025—both showing no specific defects—warrant a closer look at the braking system and suspension components. A buyer should inspect the brake discs and pads for uneven wear, check the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and examine the exhaust system for corrosion. Tyre condition and tread depth should also be verified, as these are consumable items that can degrade between tests without triggering a formal MOT failure until they reach the legal limit.