2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · GU61 OFR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean pass in the January 2026 test at 87,280 miles. While the history shows a pattern of recurring consumable wear, the absence of defects in the most recent inspection suggests that recent maintenance has addressed previous issues. The maintenance trend appears to be improving, moving away from the more problematic period seen between 2018 and 2022 where multiple failures and advisories were recorded. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. The record shows steady usage without significant periods of inactivity or sudden spikes in distance. Between the January 2020 test at 62,582 miles and the January 2019 test at 46,536 miles, the car covered roughly 16,000 miles, indicating a period of higher utilization compared to the lower annual averages seen in its earlier years. A prospective buyer should focus on the braking system and tyre management. The record shows a recurring trend of thinning brake pads and worn discs, specifically noted in the 2023 and 2024 tests. Although the 2026 test was clear, the history of wear suggests the pads and discs may be approaching the end of their service life again. The frequent advisories regarding tyre damage, cuts, and perishing sidewalls between 2015 and 2025 indicate a history of deferred tyre replacement, so a thorough inspection of the current tread depth and sidewall integrity is necessary. The 2022 failure highlighted a deteriorated rear prop shaft flexible coupling alongside significant tyre structural issues. While the coupling was flagged in 2022, the buyer should verify that this component was actually replaced rather than just monitored. Additionally, the presence of child seats in 2021 and 2023 occasionally obstructed full inspections of the rear seat belts, so the condition of the rear restraint systems should be verified manually.