2010 Mercedes-Benz E 3.0L Diesel · SH60 TZJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the car passed its most recent test in May 2025 at 107,677 miles, this followed a failure just five days prior at 107,638 miles. That failure highlighted multiple critical issues, including a binding offside rear brake and an inoperative parking brake. The data suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT certificate, indicating an inconsistent approach to preventative upkeep. At 107,677 miles over 16 years, the vehicle averages approximately 6,730 miles per year, which is consistent with low-to-mid-range annual use. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests. However, the relatively low annual mileage has not prevented age-related degradation, as evidenced by the recurring presence of corrosion on brake pipes and exhaust components seen across the last four-year period. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The records show persistent corrosion on both the offside rear and nearside front brake pipes, which were noted covered in grease—a common tactic used to hide surface rust. Furthermore, recurring reports of offside front tyres worn on the inside edge in 2022 and 2025 suggest a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that remains unaddressed. Additionally, the anti-roll bar linkages and exhaust heat shields should be checked for physical play and structural integrity, as these have been repeated points of failure in the past.