2013 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LL63 XRK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a persistent trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The latest test on January 12 2024 at 119,021 miles passed, yet it flagged a non-excessive oil leak and slight play in the offside front wheel bearing. While the car passes its inspections, the recurrence of mechanical issues suggests the previous owners only addressed faults when they reached MOT failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 9,155 miles per year over the 13-year period. This represents typical usage for a Mercedes C-Class. There is a notable gap in records between December 2021 and January 2023, during which time the car covered over 14,000 miles. The failure in November 2021 at 95,209 miles was significant, due to a missing wheel bolt, a failed stop lamp, and incorrect headlamp aim, which points to a lapse in basic safety checks prior to that test. A buyer must specifically inspect the engine bay for the source of the oil leak noted in both the 2023 and 2024 tests, as persistent leaks on these engines can stem from degraded gaskets or front cover seals. The offside front wheel bearing flagged in early 2024 requires immediate physical verification to prevent further wear or potential component failure. Additionally, the braking system should be thoroughly checked for disc thickness and pad-related life. Since the front discs were flagged as worn or pitted in both 2020 and 2021, the current components are likely nearing the end of their functional life given the 35,000 miles driven since those entries.