2010 MERCEDES-BENZ C2.1L Diesel

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-06-17 at 157,174 miles passed without any defects, confirming it remains roadworthy under current DVSA standards. The trend over the past two years shows minor fluctuations: two consecutive failures in early 2022 (one just three days apart) suggest a brief period of oversight, likely resolved by the subsequent April 2022 pass. Since then, the record is clean, with no advisories or defects in either 2024 or 2025 tests. While the 2024 failure at 139,501 miles—just 541 miles before the next pass—implies a temporary lapse in maintenance, the absence of recurring issues in the last two tests indicates the vehicle has since been kept in a stable condition. The recorded mileage of 157,174 miles over 16 years aligns with typical usage for this age, averaging around 9,800 miles annually. There are no prolonged gaps in service or unusually rapid mileage accumulation, though the 1,231 miles covered between the February and April 2024 tests suggests the vehicle was actively driven during that period. The lack of MOT tests between 2022 and 2024—nearly two years—is unusual but may reflect a temporary absence from the UK or a private sale without immediate registration. No advisories in any test imply no hidden or deferred issues were carried forward. Given the clean MOT history since 2022, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear components not directly tested by the MOT, such as suspension bushes and coil springs—common failure points in this model at this mileage. The 2022 failures, though resolved, warrant scrutiny of brake systems, particularly rear calipers or binding mechanisms, as these often trigger repeated MOT failures. Structural integrity should also be checked for corrosion, particularly around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, where long-term neglect can lead to unseen deterioration. The absence of advisories does not preclude wear in the exhaust system or catalytic converter, so visual inspection for leaks or excessive rust is advisable.