2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 2.0L Petrol · 12 LU

The most recent DVSA examination on 30 March 2026 resulted in a Pass with no advisories recorded, which represents a positive outcome and a clean bill of roadworthiness at the time of test. However, this Pass followed a Dangerous failure just four days earlier on 26 March 2026, where the offside rear tyre was found to have ply or cords exposed, accompanied by an advisory noting the nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2.6 mm. The overall maintenance trend shows intermittent deterioration rather than consistent neglect; the vehicle passed cleanly in 2022 and 2023, but the 2024 test recorded three advisories relating to rear brake pad wear, nearside front brake fluctuation, and a nearside front tyre cut, while the 2025 cycle included a Major failure for a missing nearside front road wheel fixing alongside further tyre and drivetrain advisories. This pattern suggests the vehicle has been subject to periodic attention to consumables, but tyre condition and wheel fitment have been recurring areas of concern that warrant careful scrutiny prior to purchase. With a recorded mileage of 55,401 miles over approximately seven years, the vehicle has covered an annual average of around 7,914 miles, which is broadly typical for its age and indicates neither excessive motorway use nor extended periods of standing. This moderate usage rate generally supports reasonable component longevity for major drivetrain and suspension items, though consumable wear remains proportionate to the miles covered. The relatively even distribution of mileage across the MOT records, without dramatic gaps or sudden escalations, suggests consistent usage that should not have accelerated undue wear on the engine, automatic transmission, or four-wheel-drive system, although verification of the digital and physical service history is strongly advised. Given the recurring advisories relating to tyre condition across three consecutive test cycles, prospective buyers should conduct a close physical inspection of all four tyres, paying particular attention to sidewall cracking or perishing consistent with age, as rubber compounds degrade through calendar years irrespective of tread depth. On a test drive, listen for any vibration through the steering wheel that might indicate wheel imbalance, particularly after a recent tyre change, and verify that all visible wheel fixings are present and correctly torqued, given the previous Major failure for a missing road wheel fixing which carries obvious safety implications. Inspect the rear brake pads for remaining material thickness, as they were flagged as wearing thin in 2024, and during the road test drive test listen for any brake shudder or uneven retardation that could indicate disc warping or binding calipers. Additionally, the advisory noting a worn nearside front inner drive shaft joint should prompt a road test evaluation for clicking or knocking noises on full lock manoeuvres, particularly at low speed. Given the vehicle's age and the recurring tyre and brake observations, several time-based maintenance items should be verified regardless of the MOT outcome. The 12V battery in a 2019 vehicle is approaching the typical end of its service life and should be load tested, as a failing battery can cause electronic module faults in modern Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Brake fluid should be renewed every two years regardless of mileage, and given the calendar span of the MOT history, confirmation of this service is important. Coolant and automatic transmission fluid degradation should also be assessed through the service book, as these are time-sensitive rather than mileage-sensitive items. Finally, the underbody and suspension components, including coil springs, control arm bushes, and anti-roll bar links, should be visually examined for corrosion or perishing consistent with seven years of UK road exposure, and a thorough inspection underneath is recommended to confirm structural integrity before purchase.