2008 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · LR58 VGF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clear trend of improving maintenance over the last several years. Following the most recent test in November 2024 at 171,668 miles, the car passed with no defects recorded. This concludes a four-year clean streak dating back to 2020, where the vehicle previously showed minor wear-related faults, suggesting that the current owner is proactively addressing mechanical and cosmetic issues before they result in MOT failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an eighteen-year-old Mercedes, averaging approximately 9,5000 miles per annum. The record shows steady usage between tests, such as the 3,041-mile interval between November 2023 and November 2024. There is a notable gap between April 2019 and November 2020 where the vehicle covered roughly 14,000 miles, but this does not disrupt the overall profile of regular use. The consistent accumulation of miles helps prevent the seal degradation often associated with long periods of inactivity. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that have shown a history of wear. The records indicate recurring issues with brake hardware, specifically pitted discs and thin pads noted between 2017 and 2018. While these were likely replaced, the buyer should check for even pad wear and signs of binding calipers. Additionally, the 2017 report flagged play in the steering rack inner joints; a thorough test drive is necessary to ensure this was rectified and has not returned as a symptom. Given the age and mileage, a close inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion is also essential, though no structural failures have been recorded in the provided history.