2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE 3.0L Diesel · W1 LBT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs regarding consumable components. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 44,131 miles passed, it introduced multiple advisories concerning uneven tyre wear across three corners. This follows a significant failure in April 2025 where the vehicle failed for thin brake pads and pitted discs all around, indicating that braking maintenance was only addressed once components reached the limit of their service. At 44,131 miles, the GLE has significantly low mileage for a decade-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. This low usage often suggests the vehicle has sat for extended periods, which can lead to the degradation of rubber components and brake surfaces. Between March 2023 at 27,771 miles and April 2024 at 33,015 miles, the car covered over 5,000 miles, resulting in a failure for a nail in a tyre and a faulty pressure monitoring system. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the alignment and suspension geometry, as the 2026 advisories for tyres wearing on inner and outer edges strongly suggest tracking issues or worn suspension bushes. The 2025 record of pitted and scored discs confirms that the braking system has suffered from corrosion, likely due to the low-use pattern. Verify that the tyre pressure monitoring system was actually repaired following the 2024 failure and check the tyres for any signs of flat-spotting frequently affecting vehicles with low annual mileage.