2016 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · DC16 BLJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 115,753 miles passed, it resulted in advisories for both the offside rear and nearside front tyres being near the legal limit. This continues a recurring trend where the owner only addresses consumable items once they approach or reach failure thresholds, as seen across multiple years. The mileage pattern shows highly inconsistent usage. Between August 2021 (59,203 miles) and August 2022 (114,830 miles), the car covered over 55,000 miles in a single year, which is significantly above the national average. However, the record shows a discrepancy between the November 2024 test at 163,620 miles and the December 2025 test at 115,753 miles, suggesting a clerical error in the recorded mileage. Regardless of this error, the drivetrain and suspension components have undergone significant high-mile cycles. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension, as the tester recorded excessively worn lower suspension arm ball joints on both sides in 2021. Although these were replaced, the 2023 test flagged light misting on both rear shock absorbers, indicating the beginning of seal failure. You should inspect for further oil leaks or play in the suspension to ensure the rear shocks have not deteriorated. The history of brake pad failures, specifically thin pads in 2020, and frequent tyre failures suggests that the vehicle has often operated with the bare minimum safety required to pass a test.