2016 MERCEDES-BENZ C4.0L Petrol

The vehicle presents as roadworthy based on the most recent test. On 23 February 2026 at 72,048 miles the DVSA tester passed the car with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable, with four consecutive clean passes following an anomalous failure in early 2023. That failure on 6 February 2023 at 48,099 miles listed no defects yet resulted in a fail, reversed by a pass one day later at 48,100 miles; such a pattern suggests a procedural irregularity rather than mechanical deficiency. Mileage accumulation aligns with typical use for a 2016 model. The odometer advanced from 48,100 miles in February 2023 to 72,048 miles by February 2026, an average of roughly 7,983 miles per year across that span, marginally above the lifetime average of 7,205 miles per year. Annual tests show steady increments: 56,356 miles in February 2024, 64,108 miles in February 2025, and 72,048 miles in February 2026. No abrupt gaps or rapid accumulation appear; the record is sparse on advisories but clean. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of core mechanical and structural components. The MOT history flags no suspension bushes, coil springs, binding calipers, brake discs, or corrosion issues, yet a decade of service can conceal worn dampers or tired bushings not caught in the test lane. Examine underbody for structural integrity and check exhaust emissions against expected norms for the engine variant. Verify the brake system condition beyond the statutory minimum, as discs and pads may be nearing replacement despite passing. The previous owner's pattern of timely February testing and clean results implies consistent statutory compliance, though the absence of advisories across six years may reflect conservative driving or test centre leniency. Given the car's age, prioritise a pre-purchase appraisal of drivetrain mounts and steering joints to confirm the recorded mileage reflects gentle use.