2019 Mercedes-Benz E 1.9L Diesel · YK19 TLD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on 30 June 2026 at 77,279 miles. However, the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test showed no defects, the immediate prior failure just two miles earlier highlighted multiple critical failures across all four tyres and a significant suspension component. This pattern suggests the previous owner only addressed mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing routine interval inspections. The mileage profile is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 22,945 miles in June 2022 to 77,279 miles by June 2026. There are no unexplained gaps in mileage, but the rate of accumulation between the 2024 and 2026 tests—over 31,000 miles in two years—corresponds with the accelerated wear on rubber and metal components noted in the failure reports. A buyer must focus specifically on the front suspension geometry, as the nearside front suspension arm ball joint has been flagged for excessive wear or play in both June 2024 and June 2026. The recurrence of this specific fault indicates a potential issue with component quality or alignment settings that have not been fully rectified. The 2026 failure involving all four tyres being near the legal limit, alongside a cut reaching the cords on the offside front, confirms a neglect of basic consumable maintenance. A physical inspection should check for uneven tyre wear on the new set to ensure the recent suspension repairs included a professional wheel alignment.