MERCEDES-BENZ C2016 · 2.1L Electric Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. The most recent MOT conducted on 16 August 2025 at 114,668 miles passed with no defects recorded, following a curious failure just over two weeks prior on 31 July 2025 at 114,549 miles. Since the failure record shows no listed defects, this likely indicates an administrative error or a minor sensor issue that was rectified immediately, rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The mileage accumulation remains consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per annum. Between August 2022 and August 2024, the car covered 17,837 miles, showing a steady usage pattern. The jump of 6,094 miles between the August 2024 and August 2025 tests maintains this trend. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has been used consistently, which generally helps prevent the corrosion and component degradation associated with long periods of stationary time. Given the clean nature of the records with no recurring advisories or structural failures noted over five years, a buyer should focus on high-mileage wear items. At over 114,000 miles, the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers require a physical inspection for perished rubber or leaks. The buyer should also verify the condition of the brake discs and calipers for thinning or uneven wear, as the MOT only tests for efficiency rather than overall remaining component life. The absence of recorded corrosion issues suggests the structural integrity remains sound, but a manual check of the underbody is standard practice for a Mercedes of this age.