Tires
All tires observed were matched by brand and had tread depths of 7 and 9/32nds at the front and 9/32nds at the rear. No spare tire present during the inspection.
Exterior
Rear wipe cover missing noted in pictures 164-165. The exterior lights, windshield wipers, and washer functioned properly. Window and door seals are intact. Seams and panel alignment were to factory standards. Notably, there were no dents and the overall paint condition was good. Paint thickness measurements were consistent and within the expected range across all panels.
Interior
Auxiliary battery malfunction message in the dash cluster. I noted upon observation that the seats have no tears or rips. I tested the seat features throughout the vehicle and they all functioned properly. I noted no smoke or unusual odors. The climate controls and interior electronic systems worked as designed. I noted that the windows, locks, mirrors, and gauges operated properly.
Mechanical
Vehicle's emission label was present. All accessible fluids were checked and are at normal operating levels. All hoses were intact with no visible leaks in engine bay or under vehicle. There was no burning oil smell in the engine compartment. Engine compartment was clean and no abnormalities were detected.
Road Test
I did a ride along and I found no issues on the test drive. The engine had plenty of power and there were no misfires. The transmission shifted as designed with no harsh engagement or slipping. The steering was responsive and the suspension was firm and the vehicle handled well. There were no abnormal vibrations or odd noises. The brakes were firm with no pulsation felt. There were no leaks found to the underside of the vehicle after the road test. I hooked up my scanner to the computer system and found no current or pending codes. All of the live data looked good with no issues reported.
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Year | 2023 |
Make | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | METRIS |
Mileage | 232 |
Transmission | Automatic |
VIN Number | W1WV0FEY5P4364638 |
Interior | Leather |
Interior Color | White |
Body Color | Black |
Engine | 4 Cylinder |
Drive Type | Rear Wheel Drive |
Fuel Type | Gas |
Back-up Camera | |
Wiper Blades | |
Windshield Washer | |
Body Alignment | |
Scratches | |
Dings | |
Dents | |
Paint Condition | |
Rust | |
Exterior Lights | |
Door Mirrors | |
Bumpers | |
Side Moldings | |
Frame Damage | |
Glass | |
Body Seals |
Steering Wheel | |
Horn | |
Cruise Control | |
Seat Condition | |
Heated Seats | |
Seat Belts | |
Clock | |
Radio/Navigation | |
Inner Door Panels | |
Power Locks | |
Window Switches | |
Window Function | |
Center Console | |
Dash | |
Sun Visors | |
Dash Lights | |
Dash Gauges | |
Air Conditioning | |
Heater | |
Rear Defroster | |
Carpet | |
Floor Mats | |
Cigarette Use | |
Unusual Odors | |
Cup Holders | |
Headliner | |
Blower Motor | |
Interior Trim |
Air Filter | |
Battery Condition | |
Charging System | |
Cooling Fan Condition | |
Radiator Cap Sealing Properly | |
Hoses | |
Radiator | |
Engine Coolant | |
Coolant Leaks | |
Belts | |
Power Steering | |
Engine Oil | |
Engine Fluid Leaks | |
Transmission Leaks | |
Brake System | |
Brake Fluid Leaks | |
Differential leaks | |
Muffler System | |
CV Joints and Axles | |
Shocks and bushings | |
Ball Joints and Tie Rods | |
Key Fob |
Road Test | Yes |
Engine Performance | |
Transmission performance | |
Differential Performance | |
Wheel Bearing Performance | |
Braking Performance | |
Suspension Performance | |
Steering Performance | |
Engine Starting | |
Tire Pressure System (TPMS) | |
Computer Diagnosis/OBD2 | |
Computer system scanned: no problems with current or pending codes. No problems with live data. It is possible that some codes might be erased before we arrive, in which case some issues may be hidden |
Driver Front | Pirelli | Pirelli | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | Pirelli | Pirelli | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | 245/50R18 | 245/50R18 | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | 245/50R18 | 245/50R18 | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | 1 | 1 | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | 1 | 1 | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | No Issues | No Issues | Passenger Rear |
Driver Front | 7/32 | 9/32 | Passenger Front |
Driver Rear | 9/32 | 9/32 | Passenger Rear |
Spare tire | No |
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10/32 or more
Tires have plenty of tread!
(standard)
8/32 or more
Tires have plenty of tread!
(low profile)
5/32 to 7/32
Tires will need replacement soon!
4/32 or less
Tires need replacement!
This vehicle is eligible for certification to provide coverage for mechanical failures
Transmission
Engine
Exhaust
HVAC
Suspension & Steering
Electrical System
Cooling System