2017 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · KS67 SFN

The vehicle demonstrates a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three years, with the most recent MOT test on 19 September 2025 at 31,929 miles resulting in a clean pass—no defects or advisories were recorded. This consistency suggests that, where visible or testable components were concerned, the vehicle has remained within acceptable limits for its age and mileage. The only failure in the history occurred in May 2023, a single instance of exposed ply on the offside front tyre, which was rectified before the subsequent test in May 2023. No further tyre-related or structural issues have since appeared, indicating that this was an isolated incident rather than a recurring pattern. The recorded mileage of 31,929 miles over nine years—approximately 3,548 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, particularly given the Mercedes-Benz E’s typical usage patterns. The gap between tests is also notable: the vehicle sat unused for nearly five months between the April 2022 (25,831 miles) and December 2023 (31,278 miles) MOTs, accumulating just 5,447 miles in that period. Such prolonged inactivity could contribute to minor degradation in fluid systems, tyre condition, or suspension flexibility, even if no failures were recorded. The single failure in May 2023, occurring just four miles before the prior pass, suggests either a delayed replacement of a worn tyre or a brief period of heavier use prior to the test. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of the tyres, particularly the offside front, to confirm there are no signs of uneven wear, bulging, or embedded debris that could indicate latent damage. The suspension components—coil springs, bushes, and dampers—should be examined for corrosion, oil leaks, or excessive play, as low mileage does not preclude wear from age or environmental exposure. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, warrant scrutiny for uneven pad thickness, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs, especially if the vehicle has experienced prolonged storage. Finally, the underbody and wheel arches should be inspected for rust penetration, as standing vehicles are more susceptible to structural corrosion despite low mileage.