2013 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · LS13 GYV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a clean pass in March 2026 at 131,321 miles. This recent result indicates a trend of improvement after a period of significant neglect observed in early 2024. While the car failed its test in February 2024 due to multiple mechanical and safety defects, the subsequent passes with no recorded defects suggest that the current owner has addressed the critical failures and is maintaining the vehicle to a standard level. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 8,053 miles covered between February 2023 and February 2024, followed by another 5,467 miles between February 2024 and February 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly rather than sitting, which generally helps even wear on rubber components and seals, contrary to the issues associated with long periods of standing. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear braking and suspension systems due to recurring issues in these areas. The record flagged corroded rear brake pipes in 2024 and a corroded offside rear backing plate in 2025, indicating that environmental corrosion is affecting the vehicle's underbody components. Furthermore, the previous failure for a fractured offside front coil spring and multiple reports of uneven tyre wear across three different years suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that require physical verification to ensure no further play exists.