2017 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · N5 SVA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy based on its most recent MOT test on 2025-10-22 at 37,632 miles, which passed with two minor advisories. The maintenance trend shows a slight worsening in the past year, particularly with recurring issues involving tyres and wheel integrity. While the 2024-10-28 test was clean, the subsequent failure just two days later due to a severely worn offside front tyre—ply exposure and near-bald condition—indicates poor tyre management or neglect. The 2025 test revealed continued concerns with wheel bead distortion on both nearside front and rear wheels, suggesting potential underlying suspension or alignment problems that may have been present for some time. The recorded mileage of 37,632 miles over nine years equates to an average of approximately 4,181 miles per year, which is significantly below the UK average and implies light usage or extended periods of inactivity. This pattern is consistent across the history: from 22,174 miles in October 2022 to 26,829 in October 2023 (about 4,655 miles), then 32,074 in October 2024 (5,245 miles), and finally 37,632 in October 2025 (5,558 miles). The increasing annual mileage suggests a shift toward more active use in recent years, though still moderate overall. There are no significant gaps in testing, indicating regular MOT compliance, but the lack of defects between October 2023 and October 2024 is notable given the subsequent tyre failure. A buyer should conduct a thorough in-person inspection of the front and rear wheels, focusing on the inner bead areas where distortion was flagged in both 2025 tests. These distortions could stem from damaged rims, misaligned suspension components, or prolonged stress from improper tyre pressure or load distribution. The repeated tyre failures—especially the ply exposure and edge wear—highlight a need to check the current state of all four tyres, including tread depth, sidewall integrity, and even the possibility of a persistent alignment issue. Additionally, the binding or uneven wear patterns suggest possible brake system faults such as sticking calipers or warped discs, which should be verified during a physical inspection. Given the age and low mileage, there is also a risk of corrosion in hidden structural areas, particularly around wheel arches and underbody panels, which should be examined for signs of rust or damage.