2019 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · RO69 NWW

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding front suspension components. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 67,124 miles passed, the tester identified play in both nearside and offside front suspension arm ball joints. This represents a progression from the fault first noted in November 2023 and repeated in 2024, indicating that these specific mechanical parts are failing and have not been replaced despite multiple advisories. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. There is a clear jump of 18,549 miles between the November 2023 and November 2024 tests, followed by another 16,834 miles leading into the 2025 test. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used for regular commuting or travel rather than sitting stationary for long periods, which explains the gradual wear and tear seen on rubber-bonded suspension components and braking materials throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front geometry to ensure the ball joints are finally addressed, as the recurring failures suggest a lack of proactive preventative maintenance. The 2024 record also highlighted all four tyres reaching the legal limit with uneven edge wear, which often points to an alignment issue or worn suspension bushings. Additionally, the rear braking system should be checked, as the pads were flagged as wearing thin at 50,290 miles and likely require replacement given the subsequent 17,000 miles driven since that warning.