2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 2.1L Diesel · BY02 AMG

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable and clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test conducted on 10 October 2025 at 78,826 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded, marking three consecutive years of clean results following a minor failure in 2022. This suggests the current ownership has been proactive in addressing issues and that the mechanical and structural components are currently operating within acceptable parameters. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. Between October 2022 and October 2025, the car covered 19,877 miles, showing steady usage of roughly 6,600 miles annually. This lack of rapid mileage accumulation or long periods of stagnation is generally beneficial for the vehicle's seals, bushings, and rubber components, as it prevents the degradation often associated with long sitting or the excessive wear found on high-mileage motorway travel. While the record is clear of recurring faults, a buyer should still perform a physical inspection of components most prone to wear at this mileage interval. Given the 78,000-mile mark, the inspector should check the condition of the suspension arm bushes and coil springs for signs of cracking or fatigue. Brake discs and calipers should also be examined for thinning or uneven wear, as the MOT only tests for functional failure rather than remaining life. The absence of corrosion advisories in the latest tests suggests the underbody integrity remains sound, but a visual check of the chassis for surface rust remains standard practice for a vehicle of this age.