2013 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LL63 RNO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 155,258 miles was a pass with only an advisory for a nearside rear tyre reaching the legal limit, it follows a failure in March 2025 for a worn nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint. The trend shows that while mechanical faults are being addressed to pass the test, components are only being replaced once they fail or reach an advisory threshold. The mileage profile is consistent with a thirteen-year-old luxury saloon, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 20,897 miles between the March 2024 test at 112,660 miles and the March 2025 test at 134,367 miles. This annual mileage puts considerable strain on wear-related items, which is evidenced by the recurring issues with brake components and tyre condition across the last three years of records. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension and steering assembly, as the record noted excessive ball joint wear and steering noise during operation in 2025. The fluctuating offside front service brake noted in that same period suggests potentially warped discs or sticking calipers which should be checked for even wear. Furthermore, the repeated history of heavy inner edge wear on tyres in 2024 indicates a persistent wheel alignment issue or worn suspension bushings that have not been fully rectified, leading to premature tyre degradation.