2013 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LR63 YGC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent recorded MOT test in September 2021 at 129,641 miles passed with an advisory for a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. Given that five years have elapsed since this entry, the vehicle's current roadworthiness status is unverified and requires an immediate inspection to determine if mechanical components have deteriorated beyond safety limits since the last official check. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in recorded data between April 2018 at 83,013 miles and April 2019 at 99,972 miles, where the car covered nearly 17,000 miles in a single year. Since then, usage has slowed considerably, though the total distance nearing the 130,000-mile mark places standard strain on suspension bushings, rubber linkages, and drivetrain components. A buyer should focus specifically on the braking system and suspension geometry based on recurring faults. The April 2019 test flagged thin front brake pads, while the October 2020 test noted distorted road wheels on both front corners. Distorted wheels often indicate significant impact damage from potholes in the past, which can cause uneven tyre wear and premature steering component failure. The frequent mentions of tyre wear and edge damage across 2020 and 2021 suggest that wheel alignment issues were likely neglected by previous owners. Given the long time gap since the last MOT, a physical check of the brake lines and the structural integrity of the subframe is essential to ensure no hidden corrosion or seizing has developed during the period of low use.