2013 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · DE63 WHC

The vehicle presents a deteriorating maintenance trend, characterized by repeated failures on basic wear-and-tear items and emerging suspension wear. In the most recent MOT on 27 January 2026 at 86,355 miles, the car passed, but the tester logged multiple advisories for worn rear brake discs, worn rear suspension arm bushes, and low tread on all tyres. This pass followed a failure just five days prior on 22 January 2026 at 86,352 miles, where the tester flagged a binding near-side rear service brake, heavily worn front brake pads, and severely worn front brake discs. The rapid retest and subsequent pass indicate that while the immediate safety failures like the binding caliper and thin front pads were addressed, the previous owner opted to defer recommended work on the rear discs, rear suspension bushes, and tyres. With 86,355 miles recorded over approximately thirteen years, the vehicle averages a modest 6,643 miles per year, representing a highly consistent and typical usage pattern. The mileage accumulation has remained steady, progressing from 27,777 miles in November 2016 to 52,128 miles in November 2020, and continuing at a predictable rate of roughly 7,000 to 8,000 miles annually up to the January 2026 test. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the mileage history, suggesting regular, ongoing road use rather than prolonged periods of storage. A prospective buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the braking system and rear suspension. The near-side rear service brake has a history of binding, failing for this exact issue in both October 2023 at 70,643 miles and January 2026 at 86,352 miles. This recurrence points to a persistent issue with the rear calipers, likely requiring replacement rather than simple cleaning. Both rear brake discs were advised as worn and pitted in January 2026, and the rear suspension arm bushes on both sides showed wear. The buyer should inspect these bushes for excessive play and budget for immediate replacement of the rear discs, pads, and all four tyres, which were flagged as low.