2016 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LP16 ABO

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, following a clean pass in October 2025 at 58,114 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement after a period of neglect in late 2024. While the car previously failed a test due to immediate safety-related items such as brake wear and fluid systems, the most recent inspection recorded no defects, indicating that the identified mechanical issues were addressed and the vehicle is currently being maintained to a standard that passes. The mileage profile is consistently low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,800 miles per year. There is a noticeable increase in usage between October 2023 and October 2024, where the car covered over 10,000 miles in a single year, compared to much lower annual increments such as the 9,400 miles between 2022 and 2023. This low overall mileage explains the rubber-related failures seen in the 2021 records, where tyres showed perishing and cracking due to age rather than use. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the braking system, as the October 2024 failure revealed both front and rear brake pads worn to the wear indicators. Given the history of low mileage, it is vital to check the brake discs for pitting or corrosion caused by periods of standing. The presence of engine bay covers and undertrays noted in 2024 previously obstructed a full inspection, so a buyer should ensure these are removed to verify there is no hidden structural corrosion or fluid leaks around the chassis and lower components that the tester could not see.