2014 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LL64 KMM

A clean and largely untroubled MOT history defines this Mercedes-Benz C-Class, with the vehicle most recently passing its test on 19 November 2025 with no advisories or defects of any kind recorded. Across the documented testing window, the only item of note is a single front tyre advisory issued at the November 2024 pass, where both front tyres were noted as worn close to the legal limit and exhibiting edge wear. A minor reversing lamp failure on the rear nearside in March 2023 was promptly rectified on the same date, as evidenced by the pass recorded alongside the failure. The overall trajectory is therefore one of stable roadworthiness rather than any escalating pattern of mechanical deterioration, and the absence of any structural, suspension, braking, corrosion, or exhaust advisories over multiple consecutive tests is a positive indicator of the underlying condition of this chassis. With 140,121 miles accumulated over roughly twelve years, the vehicle is averaging around 11,600 miles annually, a figure that sits comfortably within the typical range for a car of this age and class. There are no extended gaps in the MOT history that would suggest the car has been laid up for any significant period, nor are there any mileage inconsistencies that warrant concern. This level of usage implies consistent but moderate mechanical loading, meaning the major drivetrain, suspension, and braking components will have experienced steady working wear rather than the kind of stress associated with very high annual mileages or the drying-out effects of long-term storage. The fact that the car has continued to pass without advisories on core mechanical systems at this mileage suggests the major serviceable items have been adequately maintained. For a prospective buyer, the principal area of attention should be the front tyres, given the edge wear noted on both sides in late 2024. Edge wear on the same axle often points to a suspension geometry issue, most commonly worn front suspension bushes, top mounts, or weak coil springs that have allowed the camber to shift, although it can also result from under-inflation or consistent driving style. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front end over speed bumps or uneven surfaces, and pay particular attention to whether the steering feels vague, pulls to one side, or transmits a shimmy through the wheel at motorway speeds. Inspect the inner and outer shoulders of the front tyres for uneven feathering or stepped wear, and check that the tread depth is within legal limits, as cars showing edge wear at one test can sometimes recur with the same pattern if the underlying cause has not been addressed. The remaining mechanical focus should be on routine wear items that are consistent with the mileage but were not flagged in any test, namely the brake discs, pads, and flexible brake hoses, as well as the condition of the lower wishbones, anti-roll bar links, and the various rubber bushings throughout the front and rear suspension. While none of these were recorded as defective, at over 140,000 miles they are approaching the stage where original-fitment components commonly begin to require replacement. During a test drive, listen for any squealing or grinding from the brakes, feel for a soft or spongy pedal that might suggest flexible hose deterioration, and check for any vibration through the brake pedal under firm application, which can indicate warped front discs. A thorough pre-purchase inspection on a lift would be wise to confirm the integrity of the rear subframe mounting areas, exhaust hangers, and any underbody corrosion, all of which are areas worth scrutinising closely on a W204-generation Mercedes approaching its mid-teens in age.