2015 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · YA65 LWD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding braking and electrical systems. While it passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 110,700 miles, this followed a significant failure just three days prior. That failure highlighted multiple critical issues including an inoperative engine malfunction light, poor parking brake efficiency, and structural damage to a tyre. The recurring nature of brake component defects suggests the owner is only addressing the minimum requirements to pass the test rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 110,700 miles over 11 years, the car averages approximately 10,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows a sharp increase in activity between April 2023 (82,775 miles) and December 2024 (96,472 miles), where the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles in twenty months. This rapid accumulation likely accelerated the wear seen on consumables, as evidenced by the repeated reports of worn brake discs across three consecutive tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system, as the record consistently flags worn discs and marginal parking brake efficiency. The 2026 failure specifically noted front brake discs were pitted and scored, which indicates long-term exposure or lack of fluid care. The presence of an engine malfunction light failure in February 2026 also necessitates a diagnostic scan to ensure no hidden sensor faults exist that were simply cleared. Furthermore, the history of damaged tyres with exposed cords suggests a potential neglect of alignment issues or poor driving habits, requiring a close check of the current rubber and the condition of the suspension bushings.