2019 Mercedes-Benz C 1.9L Diesel · KU69 BFE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in late February 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test at 74,044 miles passed, it followed a failure just one week prior due to a supplementary restraint system fault and critical tyre wear. The SRS warning lamp failure was addressed, yet the recurring nature of tyre issues suggests that the owner only addresses defects when they reach the MOT failure threshold. The mileage profile of 74,044 miles over seven years represents a consistent average of approximately 10,500 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a clear increase in usage between October 2023 and February 2026, where the car covered over 14,600 miles in twenty-nine months compared to the much lower accumulation seen between 2022 and 2023. This accelerated wear likely explains the sudden appearance of more frequent defects on rubber components and suspension elements. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension geometry and alignment due to the repeated reports of the front tyres being worn on both inner and outer edges. This specific pattern across the 2025 and 2026 tests often indicates worn bushes, worn control arm bushings, or incorrect camber which will continue to consume new tyres prematurely. The SRS system should also be verified to ensure the fault recorded in February 2026 was fully rectified and not merely cleared with a diagnostic tool.