2014 Mercedes-Benz E 2.0L Petrol · YR14 LXU

The 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 26 March 2026 at 120,170 miles with zero defects recorded. This is the most recent test, sitting just under three months before today's date of 17 June 2026, meaning the vehicle's roadworthiness certification is current and fresh. The record shows a clear trajectory of better upkeep in recent years, with the last three consecutive annual tests all passing without advisories or failures. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a twelve-year-old vehicle. Between the April 2023 test at 108,511 miles and the March 2026 test at 120,170 miles, the car covered roughly 11,659 miles over three years, averaging approximately 3,886 miles per year. This is notably lower than the lifetime average of around 10,014 miles per year, suggesting the vehicle has seen lighter use more recently, possibly shorter journeys or periods of limited activity. The gap between the March 2025 test at 116,543 miles and the March 2026 test at 120,170 miles shows 3,627 miles covered in that final twelve-month interval, reinforcing the pattern of reduced annual mileage in later years. The only defect on record occurred on 8 April 2024, when the vehicle failed at 112,510 miles due to both rear tyres falling below the legal 1.6mm tread depth minimum. The same car passed a retest on the same day at the identical mileage, indicating the issue was promptly addressed. This single failure points to a lapse in basic tyre monitoring rather than a systemic neglect, and the subsequent clean passes suggest the owner corrected the oversight. No suspension, braking, exhaust, or structural defects have ever appeared across the five tests spanning from April 2023 to March 2026. A prospective buyer should still carry out a thorough in-person inspection despite the clean paper record. The recent low annual mileage raises the possibility of short-trip use, which can cause moisture accumulation in the engine oil and exhaust system, potentially leading to premature corrosion of the exhaust or DPF clogging if the diesel variant is involved. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers should be examined for age-related deterioration, as twelve years of use can degrade rubber components regardless of mileage. Brake discs and pads deserve close attention, particularly the rear set, given the previous tyre wear pattern may indicate aggressive or inconsistent braking habits. Underbody corrosion, especially around subframes, sills, and jacking points, should be inspected carefully, as Mercedes-Benz E-Class models of this generation can be susceptible to structural rust if underseal has degraded over time.