2005 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · LS55 PHA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a history of clean passes over the last several years. The most recent test on March 10, 2023 at 135,025 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car maintained a functional standard up to that point. While a failure occurred briefly in February 2021, the immediate re-test pass two days later suggests the owner was proactive in rectifying any identified mechanical faults. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per annum. Between February 2020 and March 2023, the car covered 13,131 miles, showing a steady rate of use that avoids excessive strain on drivetrain components. However, since the last MOT was conducted in March 2023, the vehicle is now over three years overdue for an inspection. This gap represents a significant risk, as critical safety components including brake lines, tyres, and structural integrity have not been professionally verified for an extended period. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes, as Mercedes models from this era are prone to corrosion in hidden areas. Given the low annual mileage, check for perished rubber components such as suspension bushes and split boots, which can crack from age regardless of distance driven. Because the record ends with data from three years ago, a thorough check of fluid leaks and brake caliper condition is essential to ensure no significant degradation has occurred while the vehicle sat without recent regulatory testing.