2013 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · KW62 FOP

The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy status, having passed the most recent MOT test on 9 March 2024 at 204,208 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable across the available history, with three passes and a single failure that carried no listed defects. That failure on 27 February 2024 at 204,205 miles was rectified within days, suggesting an administrative or unlogged minor issue rather than a mechanical breakdown. Recorded mileage stands at 204,208 against a 2013 build, equating to roughly 15,700 miles per year and marking this example as high-use for its class. The jumps between tests show 21,211 miles added from February 2022 to February 2023, then 21,203 miles to the March 2024 pass, a consistent annual load with no standing periods. The DVSA data is sparse, showing clean sheets at every test aside from the defect-free failure, so no wear trends on tyres, brakes, or suspension appear in the record. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake disc wear given the mileage amassed. High annual distances at this age commonly expose fatigued rubber components and corroded subframes not captured by a pass with no advisories. The February 2024 failure with zero recorded defects warrants a check of the test centre paperwork to confirm what triggered the rejection. Previous keepers clearly covered motorway distances yet kept the car to a passable standard at each annual examination. The lack of advisories across 42,000 miles is unusual and may reflect test tolerance rather than a wear-free chassis. Verify underside structural integrity and drivetrain condition before purchase.