2019 Mercedes-Benz SLC 1.6L Petrol · LW04 JAD

A recurring pattern of tyre wear and wheel integrity issues defines the mechanical record of this vehicle, despite a consistent pass rate. The latest test on 19 February 2026 flagged both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit, following a clean result in February 2025. A more significant cluster of defects appeared in May 2024, where the vehicle was noted to have perishing rear tyres, inner edge wear, and a distorted nearside front road wheel. With 43,663 recorded miles over approximately seven years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 6,238 miles per year. This usage profile is typical for its age and generally suggests a moderate level of wear on the drivetrain and suspension. However, the specific history of wheel distortion and uneven tyre wear indicates that the chassis may have been subjected to impact stresses that could affect long-term alignment. Direct attention should be paid to the front-end geometry due to the previously recorded distorted nearside front road wheel and inner edge tyre wear. On a test drive, the buyer should monitor for any steering pull or high-frequency vibration through the steering wheel, which would suggest the wheel remains out of true or the tracking is incorrect. The current advisories for the front tyres should be verified to ensure the wear is even across the tread. The rear brake discs were flagged as worn, pitted, or scored in May 2024. Although not mentioned in the most recent tests, the buyer should feel for any pedal judder or pulsation during braking, which often indicates surface irregularities on the discs. A physical inspection of the rear disc surfaces is recommended to determine if these components were replaced or if the pitting persists.