MERCEDES-BENZ C2016 · 2.1L Diesel

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 25 February 2026 with 107,866 miles. The maintenance trend appears remarkably stable, as the car has returned clean test sheets across the last three years. The failure recorded on 20 February 2026 just five days prior to the pass resulted in no recorded defects, suggesting an administrative error or a technicality rectified immediately, rather than a recurring mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,800 miles per annum. There is a significant usage spike between February 2024 (53,641 miles) and February 2025 (85,190 miles), where the car covered over 31,000 miles in just sixteen months. However, the mileage has since returned to more normal levels. This high-intensity usage during that one-year period indicates a period of heavy-duty driving, likely putting accelerated wear on the drivetrain, turbocharger, and suspension components. Because the record shows no recurring advisories regarding structural corrosion, brake components, or suspension bushes, the physical inspection should focus on high-mileage wear that MOT tests do not cover. A buyer should specifically inspect for oil leaks around the engine block and check the condition of the shock absorbers and control arm bushings, as these items often degrade after the 100,000-mile mark. Given the clean history, the vehicle appears to have been well-maintained despite the period of high mileage accumulation.