2019 Mercedes-Benz C 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · 3 LSH

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz C-Class presents a stable mechanical trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 23 October 2025 at 69,731 miles. The maintenance history shows no recurring mechanical defects or advisories, indicating a well-serviced vehicle. Two failed tests appear in the record—on 25 September 2023 and 23 October 2025—yet both list no defects recorded. This anomaly typically points to procedural issues during the test, such as insufficient fuel, a locked steering wheel, or an administrative error, rather than a sudden mechanical failure. The car passed cleanly on the immediate retest both times, confirming the underlying mechanical condition remained sound. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Between the September 2023 test at 42,113 miles and the October 2024 test at 54,829 miles, the car covered 12,716 miles. The following year, it accumulated 14,902 miles, reaching 69,731 miles by October 2025. This steady increase reflects consistent, regular driving rather than prolonged standing or excessively high-mileage commercial use. The recorded mileage equates to roughly 9,962 miles per year, sitting comfortably within the national average and suggesting even wear across the drivetrain and consumables. Despite the clean MOT record, a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the typical wear items for a seven-year-old executive saloon approaching 70,000 miles. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and inspect the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or lipping. Examine the inner and outer tyre edges for abnormal wear patterns that might indicate tracking issues. Given the absence of recorded advisories, structural integrity and corrosion protection should be visually assessed, particularly around the wheel arches, sills, and subframes. The anomalous failed tests with no recorded defects warrant a brief check of the vehicle's diagnostic systems to ensure no underlying electronic faults were present during those specific test sessions.