2014 Mercedes-Benz E 2.1L Diesel · YS64 WHH

A chronic pattern of front and rear brake disc wear dominates the MOT history of this 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class, with pitted or scored discs flagged as advisories at every test from 2022 onwards, and the same items reappearing on both the failure and pass sides of the most recent examination on 27 February 2026. The 2026 test is a particularly important data point because the vehicle initially failed on that date for two majors: an inoperative or malfunctioning engine management indicator lamp (the MIL) and a windscreen in unacceptable condition, before being recorded as a pass on the same day once those items were presumably rectified. Beyond the brakes, the windscreen has been a recurring minor defect, noted in 2023 and 2024 as damage not obstructing the driver's view, and a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunction was a prs reason for refusal at the 2023 test. There are no advisories relating to suspension, corrosion, exhaust, or steering, which means the structural and chassis side of the record is largely unremarkable, but the braking and engine management systems are the clearest mechanical threads running through the file. At 56,723 miles over roughly twelve years, the average annual accumulation is around 4,700 miles, which is notably low for a car of this age and class. The recorded tests also reveal a gap of over four years between 2020 and 2024, with no MOT recorded for 2021 through 2023 despite annual testing being required once a vehicle reaches three years old, suggesting the vehicle may have been off the road or unregistered for testing during much of that window. Such a low and irregular usage profile carries its own mechanical considerations: brake discs that sit unused are prone to surface corrosion and pitting even with minimal pad wear, which would explain the consistent brake disc advisories, while standing periods can affect tyre sidewalls, battery health, and fluid condition even when no test has flagged them yet. Mileage creep between recorded tests is modest rather than rapid, with no obvious odometer anomalies visible in the data, so the headline concern is long-term low use and reactivation rather than high-mileage wear. For a prospective purchaser, the brake system should be the first item physically inspected and budgeted for. The discs have been flagged as worn or pitted at multiple consecutive tests, and on this evidence they may now be approaching the point where they cannot pass a future MOT without renewal, so a disc measurement check with a vernier and a budget for front and rear replacement should be planned. On a test drive, listen for any scraping or grinding under moderate braking, feel for pulsation through the brake pedal which would suggest disc run-out, and watch for any pulling to one side that could indicate a binding caliper, particularly given that low-mileage cars are prone to seized caliper sliders. Inspect the pads visually as well, because pitted discs often coexist with corroded pad backing plates and uneven pad wear. The other items with a recent failure history are the engine management indicator lamp and the windscreen. The MIL defect on 27 February 2026 is a major, meaning the vehicle would not legally have been driven away from that test until repaired, and any return of the warning lamp, rough idle, hesitation, or stored fault codes relating to the emissions or engine management system should be investigated with a diagnostic readout before purchase, as Mercedes-Benz systems often require specific resets and post-repair checks. The windscreen has been damaged on multiple occasions according to the record, so a close visual inspection from the driver's seat for any cracks encroaching on the swept area or directly in the driver's line of sight is essential, as is checking the wipers and washers for adequate operation. Finally, because the car appears to have stood for extended periods, inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking and perishing, the underbody for any fresh corrosion, the coolant and brake fluid for cleanliness, and verify that the battery holds charge under load, as these are areas that can deteriorate silently when a vehicle is used sparingly.