2016 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · WU16 AHA

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent MOT test on 20 February 2024 shows the onset of consumable wear. While the car passed its last inspection, the tester flagged both nearside and offside rear tyres as being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges. This indicates that while the vehicle has been mechanically sound in recent years, it is now entering a phase where routine maintenance of tyres and potentially suspension alignment will be required. The mileage history confirms this is a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year over its ten-year lifespan. The recorded distance has climbed steadily from 6,372 miles in March 2019 to 35,184 miles in February 2024. This low annual mileage suggests the car has likely spent significant periods stationary, which can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components despite the low mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain. The MOT history reveals specific patterns regarding braking and tyre maintenance. In February 2021, the vehicle failed due to rear brake pads being less than 1.5 mm thick, though it passed immediately following remedial work. The 2019 record also noted tyre damage, including a nail and cracking on the nearside rear tyre. These entries suggest that while the owner addresses failures, the vehicle is prone to typical age-related rubber perishing and standard consumable depletion. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyre sidewalls and tread patterns to check for further perishing or uneven wear that might indicate alignment issues. Given the low mileage and the history of tyre and brake pad issues, checking the condition of the brake discs for surface corrosion and inspecting all rubber suspension bushes and seals for cracking is advisable. The vehicle appears mechanically well-kept, but the recent tyre advisories necessitate a close look at the current contact patches.