2005 Mercedes E 3.0L Diesel · OU55 KNW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred suspension and brake repairs. While it passed the February 2026 test at 91,912 miles, this followed a significant failure just one month prior. The most recent record shows persistent issues with the offside front upper suspension arm ball joint, which has progressed from slight play to an excessive wear failure over the last two years. This suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach a point of failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 21 years old, the mileage of 91,912 miles is remarkably low, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. This low usage is evidenced by the gap of only 5,634 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, and a further 4,859-mile stretch over the following fourteen months. However, low mileage on an aged vehicle often correlates with the degradation of rubber components and corrosion, which is consistent with the fractured coil springs and corroded brake pipes noted in the records. A buyer must inspect the entire front suspension assembly closely, as the ball joints and dust covers have been repeatedly flagged for deterioration since 2024. The February 2026 test identified corrosion on three separate brake pipes covered in grease, which often indicates an attempt to hide structural decay or metal lines from the tester. Furthermore, the recurring uneven wear on the inner edges of the front tyres across multiple years points to a persistent wheel alignment issue that has not been rectified, which will lead to premature tyre failure.