2013 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LS63 OCL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of clean test results. The most recent inspection conducted on 25 July 2025 at 45,879 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. This follows a brief failure in August 2024, which was rectified and passed within just eleven days, suggesting the previous owner was proactive in addressing identified faults rather than allowing them to persist. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,500 miles per year. This low usage suggests short urban trips or extended periods of inactivity. Between November 2022 and August 2023, the car covered only 1,281 miles, while it saw a more significant increase of 4,696 miles between August 2024 and July 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of standing can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts and fluid corrosion due to lack of mechanical movement. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of age-related decay rather than mileage-related wear. The lack of frequent use increases the risk of perished suspension bushes, cracked tyres, and seized brake calipers due to oxidation. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check of the structural integrity of the chassis and underbody is essential, as the MOT record does not yet flag any emerging corrosion, which is a common concern for Mercedes-Benz models of this era.