2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC 2.1L Diesel · HA10 ABB

The vehicle presented an MOT history comprising five consecutive passes from February 2022 through June 2025, with the most recent test on 24 June 2025 at 77,922 miles recording no defects or advisories. No failures appear in the supplied record, and no advisory items have been logged across any of the five examinations. Based purely on the documented DVSA data, the roadworthiness trend is stable, with no evidence of deteriorating condition in the test results. The mileage pattern is broadly consistent with typical use for a 2018 vehicle. The first recorded test in February 2022 does not include a recorded odometer reading in the summary provided, but progression from subsequent tests indicates steady accumulation rather than rapid mileage spikes or prolonged standing periods. The gap between the July 2024 and June 2025 tests covers roughly 12 months, consistent with the standard MOT annual cycle for a vehicle being actively driven. Annual mileage across the documented tests appears moderate rather than excessive, placing the car near the average usage band for its age bracket. The absence of advisories over this period suggests the testers found nothing in the inspected components that warranted a note, though this does not by itself prove the underlying mechanical condition. While the MOT record is clean, a prospective buyer should still arrange an independent pre-purchase inspection. Items not always captured by the standard MOT procedure include compression values, gearbox oil condition, transfer box and differential behaviour on a Mercedes-Benz GLC, plus a thorough check for fluid leaks around the engine, turbocharger, and rear differential seals. The underbody and structural chassis areas should be examined on a ramp for any early corrosion, and the suspension components, including coil springs, control arm bushes, and anti-roll bar links, should be assessed for wear given the mileage and the GLC's known susceptibility to spring snap. Brake system condition beyond what the rolling brake test measures is also worth a physical check, particularly the rear calipers for seizing and the discs/pads for remaining service life, since the MOT does not record pad thickness or disc condition unless the readings are below the minimum legal thresholds. A diagnostic scan for any stored fault codes within the Mercedes-Benz onboard systems would be prudent, as these often reveal issues ahead of MOT-detectable symptoms. Finally, verify the service history independently through paperwork or a main dealer enquiry, as the MOT record alone cannot confirm routine servicing has been carried out to manufacturer intervals.