2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · DAZ 3

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT pass from 30 October 2025, recorded against the mileage of 96,788 miles, which is the most recent entry in the DVSA file. Two of the last three tests have resulted in a pass, but the pattern shows two failures within the last two years (October 2024 and October 2025), each followed almost immediately by a re-test pass nine days later. This indicates that the vehicle has been rectified quickly upon refusal on both occasions, though the recurrence of failures suggests an inconsistent maintenance trend rather than a steadily improving or reliably stable one. Because no advisory or defect details are recorded against any of these outcomes, the specific reasons for refusal cannot be determined from the MOT history alone, which limits deeper mechanical interpretation. Over five recorded tests spanning from October 2023 to October 2025, the mileage progression appears steady and consistent with the stated annual average of roughly 6,900 miles. The 2024 test recorded around 83,000 miles and the 2025 test reached 96,788 miles, indicating a higher-than-average accumulation of approximately 13,700 miles within that twelve-month period. While the figure remains plausible for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, the relatively short mileage gap between tests in late 2024 and 2025 may suggest more intensive use, which can accelerate wear on brake components, suspension bushes, tyres, and drivetrain mounts. The earlier tests show more moderate intervals, pointing to lighter use prior to that period. Given that both failures occurred on the most recent tests without any recorded advisory context, a prospective buyer cannot rely on the MOT record to confirm which systems have been problematic. A physical inspection should therefore focus on the components most commonly associated with Mercedes-Benz C-Class failures at this age and mileage, including front suspension coil springs and control arm bushes, rear subframe mounting points for corrosion, brake disc wear and caliper binding, and the condition of the exhaust system including the catalyst and emissions sensors. The tyres should be checked for uneven wear patterns, which often indicate alignment or suspension issues not flagged on the MOT but highly relevant to long-term mechanical integrity. Based on the limited data, the record shows a mixed pattern with two unexplained failures corrected on re-test. The risk profile is moderate, reflecting the absence of documented structural or systemic defects but also the lack of supporting evidence to confirm otherwise. Buying score: 52, risk level: Medium.