2017 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · OV17 MWK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 85,765 miles was a pass, it revealed emerging mechanical wear in the steering rack inner joints and a physical defect in the offside front tyre. This follows a concerning failure in late 2023, suggesting that components are only being addressed once they reach a formal failure threshold. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,500 miles per annum. There is a noticeable increase in usage between January 2023 and December 2024, where the car covered over 35,000 miles in just two years. This period of higher activity correlates with the appearance of multiple faults, including the engine management light failure and the throttle position sensor warning noted during the December 2023 test, indicating that the vehicle was under significantly higher stress on its electronics and suspension during this interval. A buyer must prioritize inspecting the steering system to ensure the offside front inner joints flagged in December 2025 have been properly replaced and are not merely adjusted. The recurring issue with tyres wearing on the edges, documented in 2021, 2023, and 2024, suggests a persistent alignment problem or worn suspension bushes that remain unaddressed. Furthermore, the previous engine management light failure and TPS light warning in 2023 warrant a diagnostic scan to ensure no intermittent fault codes remain in the memory that could signal a future MOT failure.