2013 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LS13 JHZ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward neglecting basic consumable upkeep. The most recent test in May 2024 at 129,424 miles passed despite an advisory for an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and showing uneven edge wear. This mirrors a finding from April 2023 at 125,960 miles, where a front tyre was similarly flagged, indicating a recurring failure to address tyre replacement and alignment issues promptly. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. Between December 2021 and May 2024, the car covered roughly 9,000 miles, suggesting steady, predictable usage rather than long periods ofກັບ or sudden heavy strain. A brief lapse occurred in April 2022 at 120,443 miles when the car initially failed due to a damaged nearside front seat belt buckle, though this was rectified immediately to secure a subsequent pass. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry and steering components, as the repeated edge wear on tyres suggests worn suspension bushes or tracking misalignment. While the record does not highlight structural corrosion or brake failures, the high mileage demands a thorough check of the brake discs thickness and hydraulic lines for leaks. Given the history of the seat belt buckle failure, verifying the integrity of all safety restraints is necessary to ensure no further mechanical defects remain overlooked.