2013 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · HN63 ABX

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status following a successful MOT test in March 2026 at 187,443 miles. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has passed consecutive tests without recorded defects for the last two years. While a failure occurred in March 2025, the vehicle was rectified and passed the re-test just four days later, suggesting that the owner is reactive to immediate compliance requirements rather than allowing minor mechanical issues to accumulate. At 13 years old, this Mercedes-Benz C-Class reflects a high-mileage profile, averaging approximately 14,400 miles per annum. The MOT history data shows consistent and heavy usage, with 20,856 miles covered between the March 2023 and March 2024 tests, and another 24,632 miles in the year leading to the most recent inspection. This rapid accumulation typically indicates frequent motorway driving, which places less stress on the clutch and suspension compared to city-bound use, but accelerates the natural wear of bushings, tyres, and drivetrain components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to high-mileage fatigue. Given the 187,443-mile reading, a thorough check of the control arm bushes and shock absorber mounts is essential, as these often perish at these distances. The buyer should also inspect for signs of structural corrosion on the subframe and mounting points, which are common in this model and age. While the record is currently clean, the high mileage means any rubber component in the cooling or braking system is likely nearing the end of its service life.