2015 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · WH15 EHU

The most recent MOT on 2026-02-04 recorded several defects, including nearside front tyre wear close to the legal limit, deteriorated anti-roll bar linkage dust covers, and minor suspension arm bush wear. While the test passed, these issues highlight ongoing wear on critical components. The front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers have been severely deteriorated in multiple MOTs since 2023, indicating a persistent failure to address this specific fault. Recurring mechanical patterns include suspension and brake-related defects. Front anti-roll bar linkage issues, suspension arm bush wear, and brake disc pitting have appeared repeatedly, often with similar severity. The 2024-01-05 MOT failed due to brake pads below 1.5mm, missing wheel fixings, and scored discs, but subsequent tests show no mention of these exact failures, suggesting repairs may have been made. However, the persistence of related issues like brake disc wear and suspension play implies ongoing degradation. The trend shows mixed signals. While some defects (e.g., wheel fixings, brake pads) were resolved, others (e.g., anti-roll bar dust covers, suspension bushes) reappeared, indicating either incomplete repairs or continued wear. The vehicle’s high mileage—17,478 miles annually—accelerates component fatigue, particularly on brakes, suspension, and tyres.