2017 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · LR17 FMJ

The vehicle presents a solid mechanical picture overall, with a stable and largely clean maintenance trend through five consecutive MOT passes. The most recent test, conducted on 29 November 2025 at 88,793 miles, returned only minor advisories: a windscreen chip within acceptable limits, an under tray noted as attached, and two front tyres showing uneven wear patterns, one worn close to the legal limit. These are consumable items rather than structural or mechanical concerns. The record shows no progression toward serious defects, and the trend remains broadly stable, with the car moving from a zero-defect history into its first flagged wear items only at the latest test. The mileage accumulation is consistent at roughly 9,866 miles per year across nine years of ownership, which is typical for an executive saloon of this type. The annual test intervals align closely with each other, with each MOT recorded in late autumn or early spring, suggesting a regular servicing and inspection pattern. The jump from 75,030 miles in November 2024 to 88,793 miles in November 2025 represents approximately 13,763 miles in a single year, a noticeable uptick compared to the longer-term average. This could indicate heavier recent use, motorway commuting, or a change in ownership pattern, but it has not yet translated into significant mechanical deterioration. A buyer should pay close attention to the front tyres and suspension geometry. The offside front showing inner edge wear and the nearside front worn close to the legal limit point to possible tracking misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or deteriorating ball joints. These items should be inspected beneath the vehicle, along with the condition of the inner wheel arches and subframe mounting points for any corrosion. The under tray being noted as attached is a minor flag worth verifying, as loose or damaged under trays can mask fluid leaks or exhaust deterioration. The windscreen chip should be monitored for spreading, particularly given the vehicle's age and the likelihood of temperature cycling through winter months. Beyond these points, the absence of any advisories relating to brake discs, calipers, exhaust emissions, or structural corrosion across five consecutive tests is encouraging. The car appears to have been maintained to a reasonable standard, with only routine consumable wear emerging at the most recent inspection.