2015 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · L33 WBB

The vehicle presents a solid mechanical picture overall, with a stable and largely clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT, conducted on 19 March 2026 at 91,874 miles, resulted in a pass, though the tester flagged two issues on the same day. The first was a failed headlamp aim on the offside, which was corrected before the retest passed. The second was a minor advisory regarding a deteriorated rear registration plate, noted as unlikely to be misread. Both are minor, non-structural defects that suggest cosmetic neglect rather than mechanical failure. The pass outcome, just three months ago, confirms the car met UK roadworthiness standards at its current mileage. The mileage accumulation of roughly 8,352 miles per year over eleven years is typical for a vehicle of this age and class. Looking at the record, the car covered 9,286 miles between March 2023 and March 2024, then 8,986 miles between March 2024 and March 2025, before jumping to 8,975 miles in the shorter window from March 2025 to March 2026. This consistency indicates regular, steady use rather than prolonged standing or sudden high-mileage bursts. There are no suspicious gaps or anomalies in the annual testing pattern, with tests conducted each March without interruption. The MOT history is notably sparse in mechanical advisories, which works in the buyer's favour. No recurring suspension, brake, exhaust, or structural corrosion defects appear across the five recorded tests. The only repeated item is the rear registration plate deterioration, flagged in the most recent test, which is a consumable cosmetic issue rather than a mechanical concern. That said, the absence of advisories does not eliminate the need for a physical inspection. A buyer should verify the condition of the brake discs and pads, check for uneven tyre wear that could indicate alignment or suspension bush degradation, and inspect the underside for corrosion given the vehicle's age. The headlamp aim defect, while resolved, warrants a quick check to confirm both units are functioning evenly and that the aim adjustment mechanism has not been damaged.