2013 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · KS13 LMY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in March 2026. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the most recent failure at 71,694 miles was limited to a non-functional offside rear stop lamp, which was rectified immediately to achieve a pass. Prior to this minor electrical fault, the vehicle maintained clean records for two consecutive years, suggesting that primary mechanical components have been meeting minimum standards. The mileage profile is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent intervals of use, with 3,571 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 5,448 miles leading up to the latest test. While this low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and braking system, it can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or the accumulation of corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of areas flagged during the January 2025 test. That record identified surface-level corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear subframe mounting areas. While the tester deemed this not excessive at the time, rust on Mercedes chassis components can be progressive. You should verify that the corrosion has not progressed into deep scaling or structural thinning over the last eighteen months. Additionally, the January 2025 failure noted a significant cut in the nearside rear tyre reaching the ply cords. Although this was likely replaced, the remaining tyres should be thoroughly inspected for similar signs of sidewall damage or age-related cracking. Given the recent failure for a stop lamp, a quick check of the exterior wiring and bulb integrity is advisable to ensure no broader electrical issues are developing within the vehicle's lighting cluster.