2004 Mercedes-Benz E 2.7L Diesel · LT54 MFP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available DVSA data. The most recent test conducted on 9 November 2022 at 137,235 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates that at the time of that inspection, the vehicle met all minimum legal safety standards without immediate mechanical failure or structural corrosion being flagged by the tester. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's twenty-two-year age, averaging approximately 6,238 miles per year. Between the September 2021 test at 131,272 miles and the November 2022 test at 137,235 miles, the car covered 5,963 miles. This suggests regular, moderate usage which often reduces the risk of components seizing due to long stationary periods. However, it has now been nearly four years since the last recorded MOT, meaning the current state of fluid integrity and rubber components is no longer verified by the official record. Given the lack of recorded recurring faults in the digital history, a physical inspection must focus on age-related degradation common to this era of Mercedes-Benz. A buyer should examine the chassis for structural rust, particularly around the subframes and suspension mounting points, where moisture often traps. The suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for perished rubber, as these degrade over time regardless of mileage. Additionally, verifying the brake calipers for binding and checking for unrecorded oil leaks from the engine seals is essential, as the MOT only identifies leaks that are significant enough to cause a failure.