2016 Mercedes Unknown 2.1L Diesel · 744 MER

The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness profile based on the most recent inspection. In the February 2025 test at a mileage of 42,955 miles, the Mercedes passed the MOT with no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the vehicle met all minimum safety and emission standards without immediate mechanical or structural failure during the last testing cycle. The recorded mileage of 42,955 miles over a ten-year period reflects an average usage of approximately 4,300 miles per year. This low annual mileage suggests limited road use, which typically reduces wear on the drivetrain, engine components, and braking system. However, because the last test occurred over sixteen months ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for its annual MOT inspection to ensure no new corrosion or mechanical faults have developed during periods of inactivity or low use. Given the lack of historical advisories, a physical inspection should focus on components susceptible to degradation when a car sits stationary. A buyer should check rubber-based elements, such as suspension bushes and split bushings, for signs of cracking or perish from age. The brake discs and calipers should also be examined for seizing or corrosion, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from rusted calipers or pitted discs due to infrequent use.