2018 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · L18 KBC
2018 Mercedes-Benz E (1.9L, diesel). First registered 26 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 128,782 miles. MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ E
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,782 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L18 KBC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2026
- 128,782 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
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L18 KBC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz E (L18 KBC) between May 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached strut rod mounting onto hub assembly. (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
L18 KBC Mileage History
- 05/05/202373,855 mi
- 02/03/202482,811 mi+8,956 mi
- 27/02/2025102,871 mi+20,060 mi
- 27/02/2026128,777 mi+25,906 mi
- 11/03/2026128,782 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 19,276 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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