2018 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · AP51 ANA

The 2026‑01‑29 MOT at 49,625 miles resulted in a pass, confirming that the vehicle currently meets the DVSA’s roadworthiness criteria; the only noted defects were rear tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, with no major mechanical failures recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the only recurring issues involve tyre wear and a previously flagged headlamp alignment fault that was corrected before the subsequent pass. The mileage trajectory over eight years shows a consistent rise from 23,041 miles in April 2021 to 49,625 miles in January 2026, averaging 6,203 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage for a car of this age; the increments between 2024 and 2025 (7,953 miles) and 2025 and 2026 (8,224 miles) indicate a noticeable increase in annual kilometres rather than periods of standing still. Recurring tyre wear on both inner and outer edges, documented in 2024, 2025 and 2026, suggests that previous owners may have allowed suspension geometry or alignment to drift, and that the rear tyres approached the legal limit on edge wear; the 2024 failure for low headlamp aim was remedied before the subsequent pass, indicating corrective action was taken. A buyer should therefore examine the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs and shock absorbers for signs of binding or excessive play, inspect the brake discs and calipers for wear or binding, verify that the headlamp aim is correctly set, and check the underbody and wheel arches for structural rust or corrosion that could compromise integrity; replacement of the worn tyres and confirmation of a recent alignment check are also advisable.