2016 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LP65 PGU

The most recent MOT test on this 2016 Mercedes-Benz C, conducted on 31 October 2025 at 72,976 miles, confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy with no defects recorded. This represents a stable maintenance trend over the past year, as all subsequent tests—including the April 2025 and January 2024 examinations—also passed without failings. The absence of advisories or recurring faults suggests the vehicle has been consistently compliant with UK roadworthiness standards, though the double entry on 22 February 2023 (a pass followed by a fail at identical mileage) appears anomalous and warrants clarification. No structural or mechanical issues have been flagged in the last three tests, indicating the core systems—suspension, brakes, and emissions—have not deteriorated significantly. The recorded mileage progression of approximately 7,300 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, though the gap between the October 2025 and April 2025 tests (5,563 miles in six months) is unusually high. This suggests either intensive driving or a period of deferred maintenance. The previous intervals—5,975 miles between January 2024 and April 2025, and 8,976 miles between February 2023 and January 2024—show more variability, which could imply inconsistent servicing or varying usage patterns. The lack of advisories in recent tests means no critical components like coil springs, suspension bushes, or brake calipers were deemed at risk during inspection, but wear on these parts remains a latent concern given the mileage. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear items such as brake discs and pads, particularly the rear brakes, which were not explicitly cleared in the 2023 fail (despite no defects being recorded). The suspension—front and rear—should be scrutinised for uneven wear on bushes or corrosion, especially around the wheel arches and sills, where rust can compromise structural integrity. Tyre condition, including tread depth and lateral wear patterns, should be checked, as the absence of tyre-related advisories in recent tests may reflect basic upkeep rather than proactive replacement. Finally, the exhaust system should be inspected for leaks or excessive corrosion, as catalytic converter failures are common in this model range after 100,000 miles.