2018 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · LG18 ASV

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-07-04 at 142,165 miles confirms it passed without defects, indicating no immediate failures in brakes, suspension, emissions, or structural integrity at that point. The consistent passing trend across all five recorded tests—spanning from 2024-04-08 to 2025-07-04—suggests no recurring mechanical issues were logged by the tester. However, the absence of advisories or defects does not preclude hidden wear; critical components like coil springs, suspension bushes, and brake calipers may still require closer scrutiny, especially given the high mileage. The mileage progression reveals an unusual pattern, with a sudden jump from 128,611 miles in 2024-04 to 131,163 miles by 2024-07—a 2,552-mile increase in just three months. This acceleration continues, with 137,078 miles by 2025-01 and 142,165 by 2025-07, averaging over 17,000 miles annually. Such rapid accumulation raises concerns about whether the vehicle was stored or lightly used during earlier periods, as the recorded mileage suggests inconsistent usage patterns. The lack of gaps in testing implies the owner adhered to the annual MOT cycle, but the mileage spikes warrant investigation into whether high-speed driving or aggressive conditions accelerated wear on drivetrain components. Given the high mileage and inconsistent usage, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension integrity, particularly the coil springs and rear bushes, which often degrade under rapid mileage accumulation. The braking system—including caliper binding, disc thickness, and master cylinder condition—should be tested under dynamic braking to confirm there are no hidden faults, despite the clean MOT history. Structural corrosion, particularly around wheel arches, subframes, and exhaust mounts, should also be examined, as prolonged storage or exposure could have contributed to hidden deterioration. The absence of advisories in past tests does not guarantee these areas remain unaffected.