2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC 3.0L Diesel · FT17 NFN

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, following a clean MOT pass on 22 October 2025 at 123,212 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable despite an administrative or technical failure just five days prior to that test at 123,030 miles. Because the record shows no recorded defects for that specific failure, it likely resulted from a clerical error or a minor issue that was rectified immediately before the retest, rather than a systemic mechanical or structural failure. The mileage profile indicates high usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 13,700 miles per annum. There is a significant surge in usage between October 2021 and May 2023, where the vehicle covered nearly 27,000 miles in just 19 months. Since the August 2024 test at 106,384 miles, the car has added another 17,000 miles. This suggests consistent high-intensity motorway use which typically places specific demands on drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to lower-mileage city driving. Given the high mileage and the age of the GLC, a buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension geometry and shock absorbers. High-frequency travel often accelerates wear on the control arm bushes and coil springs, which can manifest as uneven tyre wear. The brake system should be checked for disc thinning and seized calipers, as the recorded mileage suggests heavy use of the braking system. While the MOT history is clean of structural corrosion, the underbody should be inspected for any surface rust to ensure the high-mileage exposure has not compromised the integrity of the chassis.