2017 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · WD66 ELH

The vehicle presents in a roadworthy state, having achieved a clean pass in April 2026 at 50,815 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows improvement following a period of reactive mechanical attention. While the 2024 and 2025 tests highlighted specific suspension and tyre issues, the most recent inspection indicates that the owner addressed these concerns, resulting in a report free of advisories. At nine years old, the recorded mileage of 50,815 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. This low usage profile typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though the data shows a recent increase in activity. Between April 2024 and April 2026, the vehicle covered over 16,000 miles, which is double its previous annual average. This suggests the car is currently being used more frequently, which can accelerate the degradation of rubber-based components that may have sat for long periods. A buyer should focus physical inspection on the front suspension geometry. The 2025 test at 39,836 miles flagged play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint. Although the vehicle passed since, a physical check should verify that the ball joints and radius arms remain tight and that no new knocking noises have developed. Additionally, the TPMS light noted in April 2024 should be verified to ensure the sensors are functioning correctly, as this electronic fault often persists if not addressed beyond the MOT pass. The history reveals a pattern of neglected consumables, evidenced by the 2023 failure due to cord-damaged tyres and the 2024 advisories for tyres reaching the legal limit. This suggests the previous owner only replaced items upon MOT failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. Given the low mileage and potential for standing, an inspector should also check for brake disc corrosion and tyre cracking on the sidewalls, which are common when vehicles remain stationary for extended periods.