2015 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · LP64 UAR

The most recent DVSA examination on 13 May 2026 recorded a clean pass with no advisories or defects, which represents the strongest entry in the recent MOT history for this Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Looking at the broader pattern, the vehicle has passed every test since 2020, with the only failure occurring on 13 June 2022 for dangerously thin front brake pads, alongside an advisory for a nearside rear tyre close to the legal limit. That episode aside, the advisory record from 2021 through 2024 shows a recurring theme around front brake discs pitting and scoring, rear brake pad wear, and edge wear on the rear tyres, before the 2025 and 2026 tests returned clean. Overall, the maintenance trajectory is improving rather than deteriorating, suggesting the vehicle has received focused attention to consumables since the 2022 brake failure, although the recurring brake-related advisories over several years remain a point worth investigating on a physical inspection. Against an age of approximately eleven years, the recorded mileage of 72,076 miles equates to roughly 6,500 miles per annum, which is broadly typical and consistent with regular mixed use rather than long periods of standing. There are no significant gaps in the MOT record that would imply extended inactivity, and the mileage progression between tests appears steady and proportionate. This kind of usage profile is generally favourable for mechanical longevity, as it tends to keep the drivetrain, brakes, suspension, and exhaust system functioning normally without the corrosion and fluid degradation issues commonly associated with very low-mileage or stored vehicles. Routine annual mileage of this level should mean that wear items such as tyres, brake pads and discs have been replaced at sensible intervals and that the 12V battery and ancillary rubber components have been kept active. Given the recurring brake-related advisories logged between 2021 and 2024, a prospective purchaser should carry out a targeted physical inspection of the braking system. The fronts in particular should be examined for current disc thickness, surface corrosion between the disc and pad face, and any lipping on the outer edge, as pitting and scoring on these Mercedes-Benz discs tends to recur if the vehicle is used predominantly for short urban journeys where the brakes do not fully dry and decontaminate. On a test drive, listen for any squeal or grinding on light application, feel for shudder through the steering wheel or brake pedal under firm braking, and check that the vehicle pulls evenly without any pulling to one side, which could indicate a binding caliper. The rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in 2024, so a visual check of pad material remaining and confirmation that the electronic parking brake is releasing cleanly are worthwhile, as is verifying that the rear discs are free from significant scoring. Beyond the braking system, this age and mileage warrant close attention to age-related items that do not always appear on an MOT. Tyres should be inspected for sidewall perishing and cracking from calendar ageing even if the tread depth appears adequate, particularly as rear edge wear has been flagged historically and a Mercedes of this vintage often runs staggered or low-profile fitments. The coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid and differential oil (where applicable) should be checked against the manufacturer's service schedule, as these are time-sensitive rather than mileage-sensitive items on a vehicle of this age. The 12V battery is approaching the end of its typical service life and should be load-tested, while the suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links merit a visual inspection for cracking, sagging, or knocking over uneven surfaces. Finally, the air conditioning compressor, auxiliary belt, and turbocharger hoses are all common wear points on the E-Class at this stage and should be examined for signs of leakage or deterioration before purchase.