2016 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · DC16 VOT

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent test in August 2025 at 101,657 miles resulted in a pass following a minor failure for a low nearside headlamp aim. This indicates that the owner addresses lighting and alignment issues promptly, as the lack of defects in the 2024 test suggests the primary mechanical and structural components have remained in good condition. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. The record shows a steady progression from 72,168 miles in August 2023 to 88,810 miles in August 2024, reaching 101,657 miles by the following year. This regular interval suggests the car undergoes typical annual driving, which is often better for mechanical components than long periods of standing that can degrade rubber seals and cause corrosion. A buyer should still pay close attention to the front suspension and tyres during a physical inspection. The August 2023 failure at 72,165 miles involved exposed cords on the nearside front tyre and a requirement for tracking. While this was resolved, the buyer should check for uneven tyre wear patterns or worn control arm bushes to ensure the alignment is not drifting out again. Given the lack of recorded structural rust or brake-related failures in the history, the focus should remain on the condition of high-mileage wear items like brake discs and suspension components which typically begin to fatigue around the 100,000-mile mark.