2005 Mercedes E 5.4L Petrol · SGL 12

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent inspection in September 2025 with 101,381 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears generally consistent, as the car has avoided major mechanical failures over the recorded period. While previous tests highlighted minor wear items, the clean sheet from the latest test suggests that the owner has addressed identified faults before they escalated into test failures. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 101,381 miles represents a low average of approximately 4,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage patterns with annual intervals of roughly 4,000 to 5,000 miles between MOT tests from 2021 to 2025. This low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, though the age suggests that rubber components, seals, and plastic parts may be subject to age degradation regardless of the low distance travelled. A physical inspection should focus on the front suspension geometry, given that the 2022 test flagged slight play in the offside front lower suspension arm ball joint. The 2024 test also noted front tyres worn to the legal limit and showing edge wear, which often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. A buyer should verify that these components have been properly rectified and check the chassis for corrosion, as low-mileage older Mercedes-Benz vehicles are prone to rust in the wheel arches and structural mounting points.