2013 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · FL63 HNH

The 2013 Mercedes-Benz C presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 18 October 2024 at 78,324 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the three prior annual tests from 2021 to 2023 also passed clean. The only anomaly is a failed test logged on 26 October 2022 at 73,963 miles with no defects recorded, immediately followed by a pass on the same day at identical mileage, which points to an administrative or process error at the testing station rather than a mechanical fault. The odometer shows 78,324 miles against roughly 13 years of use, equating to about 6,025 miles per year. This is typical for the age. The records show steady annual accumulation: 66,118 miles in October 2021, 73,963 in October 2022, 76,434 in October 2023, and 78,324 in October 2024. No rapid jumps or standing gaps appear. The clean advisory columns across all entries indicate previous owners kept consumables and structural items within limits, though sparse commentary means hidden wear is not ruled out. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and underbody corrosion given the car's age. The MOT history flags no recurring advisories on these items, so no worsening mechanical trend is evident. The same-day fail and pass in October 2022 warrants a check of the DVSA record to confirm no suppressed defect data exists. Given the last test sits roughly 20 months before today's date, the vehicle is due its next MOT. Verify the current condition of tyres and wiper blades as minor consumables may now fall outside test limits despite the clean 2024 result.