2010 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · LB10 LDD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of structural corrosion and component degradation. While it passed the most recent test in October 2025 at 169,851 miles, the record shows recurring issues with the braking system and chassis. The persistence of the offside rear brake binding, which caused a failure in 2023 and an advisory in 2025, suggests that while reactive repairs are made, the underlying condition of the braking assembly remains suboptimal. At 169,851 miles, the Mercedes has averaged approximately 10,600 miles per year over its sixteen years, which aligns with typical usage for a 2010 model. The data shows a period of activity between March 2024 and October 2025, where the vehicle covered over 3,200 miles in just nineteen months. However, the mileage accumulation is secondary to the critical 2024 failure involving structural sub-frame corrosion, indicating that the vehicle has been exposed to environments that lead to significant metal oxidation. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside rear sub-frame. The failure in March 2024 for this component being seriously weakened is a high-risk item that requires verification that it has been professionally replaced rather than merely patched. Further attention should be paid to the brake pipework, as the tester flagged excessive corrosion in 2024 and noted corrosion covered in grease in 2025. The presence of grease on brake lines often indicates a previous attempt to hide surface rust from the inspector. Suspension components also require scrutiny following the deterioration of the offside front anti-roll bar linkage noted in the October 2025 test. The advisory for a damaged sidewall on the nearside rear tyre suggests that basic preventative maintenance, such as monitoring for damage, may be neglected by the previous owner. Given the history of binding brakes and thinning pads, a comprehensive braking system service is necessary to ensure no further mechanical failures are imminent.