2017 Mercedes-Benz E 220 D AMG Line Auto 1.9L Heavy oil · SP17 NBB

A near-perfectly clean MOT record defines this 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class across its six recorded tests, with the sole exception of a single failure on 2020-03-12 involving dangerously low tread depth on both nearside tyres. That aside, every other examination, including the most recent on 2026-02-11, returned a pass with no advisories or defects recorded, giving the car an unbroken run of five clean tests since that isolated tyre-related incident. The absence of recurring advisories for suspension wear, brake component degradation, corrosion, or exhaust deterioration is notable for a vehicle approaching nine years of age, suggesting that whatever mechanical condition exists has not yet crossed the thresholds that MOT testing would flag. With 103,669 miles accumulated over approximately nine years, this E-Class averages around 11,519 miles annually, a figure broadly consistent with typical usage for its age and segment. There is a small gap in the testing history between the 2020-03-19 pass and the 2021-05-04 pass, though the mileage progression does not suggest the vehicle was laid up for an extended period; rather, it likely reflects the COVID-era disruption to MOT scheduling in 2020. Given that the recorded mileage places this car firmly in active, consistent service, consumable wear on items such as brake discs and pads, tyres, and suspension bushes should be expected to be proportionate to that usage, even though MOT testing has not recorded any such deterioration at recent examinations. Given that the only recorded failure concerned nearside front and rear tyre tread depth, with a further advisory for an offside front tyre worn on its edge, the buyer should pay particular attention to uneven or premature tyre wear across all four corners. On a test drive, listen for any rhythmic thumping or humming that could indicate a distorted or separated tyre carcass, and visually inspect each tyre shoulder for feathering or one-sided wear, particularly on the offside front, where the previous advisory suggested uneven contact with the road surface. Uneven camber or tracking settings often manifest as steering pull to one side or a tendency for the vehicle to drift on a motorway, so any deviation from a straight, stable stance warrants further investigation. The absence of any recorded advisories relating to brake pipes, callipers, coil springs, or underbody corrosion does not eliminate the possibility of wear having developed since the last test in February 2026, particularly at over 100,000 miles. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed bumps, check for any binding or dragging sensation from the brake pedal, and feel for vibration through the steering wheel under heavy braking that could indicate warped discs. A thorough visual inspection of the brake pad material visible through the wheel spokes and an inspection of the underside for any fresh fluid leaks or surface rust on exposed metal components would be prudent measures to verify that the roadworthiness shown on paper continues to reflect the mechanical reality of the vehicle.