2016 MERCEDES-BENZ SLC3.0L PETROL

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a worsening trend in maintenance quality, moving from a clean record in 2022 to multiple failures and significant advisory items in recent tests. While the November 2025 test resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed the initial inspection due to multiple tyre defects and play in the steering rack inner joint. The tester flagged several tyres as being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges, alongside a cut in the offside front tyre deep enough to reach the cords. The recorded mileage of 40,082 miles indicates a low-use pattern for a 2016 model, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual testing, with the mileage increasing from 31,572 in November 2022 to 37,027 in November 2024, and finally 40,082 in November 2025. This low mileage suggests the car has not faced heavy long-distance driving, but the recurring tyre and brake issues may indicate periods of inactivity or neglect regarding basic consumable upkeep. A prospective buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the steering system. The offside front steering rack inner joint play noted in November 2025 is a mechanical concern that requires verification to ensure the repair was completed correctly and the steering remains precise. The history also shows a pattern of thinning rear brake pads, first noted in November 2023 and again in November 2024, which suggests the braking system requires regular monitoring. The frequent advisories regarding tyre wear and sidewall damage across 2024 and 2025 suggest the vehicle may have been driven on uneven surfaces or has experienced uneven camber issues. You should check the current condition of all four tyres and inspect the suspension components, specifically the bushes and struts, to rule out underlying alignment problems that could be causing the premature or uneven tyre wear recorded in the recent MOT history.