2012 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · LS12 YBN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record indicates a lapse in recent testing. The most recent MOT conducted on 2 August 2022 at 105,400 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure on the same day that was immediately rectified. Given the current date of June 2026, the MOT is nearly four years out of date. This significant gap creates substantial uncertainty regarding the current state of mechanical components and structural integrity since the last recorded professional inspection. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression from 87,916 miles in July 2020 to 96,754 miles in July 2021, eventually reaching 105,400 miles by August 2022. This pattern suggests the car has not been subjected to extreme motorway mileage, which generally limits wear on the drivetrain and engine. However, the lack of data for the last four years means that rubber components and fluids may have degraded regardless of low mileage. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the suspension system and braking assembly, as the history provides no data on the condition of these items in recent years. The 2020 and 2022 failures suggest that issues occasionally require immediate attention. Check for signs of corrosion on the chassis and subframe, as well as binding calipers or worn discs. Because the MOT is long expired, a fresh test is mandatory to identify any new structural failures or emissions issues that have developed since the 2022 pass.