2019 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · LR69 OPU

This 2019 Mercedes-Benz E-Class presents a notably clean DVSA roadworthiness profile, with the most recent test on 15 October 2025 returning a pass and no advisories or defects recorded. Across five documented tests spanning from late 2022 through to late 2025, the vehicle has consistently achieved pass results, with no recorded advisory notes on tyres, brakes, suspension, corrosion, or any other inspected category. The single failure noted on 13 October 2022 was followed immediately by a pass the very next day, which strongly suggests either a minor rectification on the same inspection or an administrative re-test rather than a substantive mechanical defect, and the absence of any recorded defect on that failure entry further supports this. Overall, the trajectory is one of stable and uneventful roadworthiness, with no emerging pattern of deterioration in any specific component group. Mileage accumulation on this E-Class sits at 57,305 miles over approximately seven years, equating to an annual average of around 8,186 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and class and points to steady, mixed-use driving rather than heavy motorway commuting or prolonged periods of standing. There are no significant gaps between successive MOT tests that would suggest extended lay-ups, and the regular annual or near-annual testing cadence from 2022 onwards indicates continuous road use. Mechanically, this kind of moderate, consistent usage tends to preserve drivetrain longevity, keep brake components free of the corrosion associated with short cold journeys, and maintain suspension bush and joint health through regular cycling, though it does mean that consumables such as brake discs, pads, and tyres will have experienced normal wear cycles and may be approaching or past replacement thresholds regardless of their absence from MOT advisories. Given the entirely clean advisory record, a prospective buyer should focus their pre-purchase inspection on the components most likely to require attention on a Mercedes-Benz of this age and mileage, even though none have yet been flagged by the DVSA. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or creaking from the front suspension over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, paying particular attention to the lower control arms, wishbones, and anti-roll bar drop links, which are known wear items on this platform and can begin to show play around the 50,000 to 60,000 mile mark. The steering should feel precise and free of any vagueness, knocking on full lock, or fluid leaks from the rack, and any pulling to one side under braking or uneven tyre wear on the inside or outside edges would warrant immediate investigation of the suspension geometry or bush condition. Brake feel should be firm and consistent, with no judder through the pedal under firm application which could indicate warped front discs, and the vehicle should pull up straight without any grabbing sensation that might suggest a binding caliper or a stuck handbrake mechanism. Inspect the underside or use a ramp or inspection pit to check for any signs of oil leakage from the engine sump, valve cover gasket, or the notoriously problematic balance shaft seal on the four-cylinder OM654 diesel, as well as any weeping from the rear differential or automatic transmission pan. Finally, verify the operation of all electrical systems including the air suspension compressor if fitted, the seat memory functions, and the infotainment display, as complex Mercedes electronics can develop faults independently of mechanical wear, and ensure that any service history supports timely replacement of the brake fluid, coolant, and automatic transmission fluid in line with manufacturer schedules.