2021 Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 AMG Line Premium 4M Electricity · MT71 ULG

The EQC currently holds a valid MOT certificate dated 1 April 2026 at 44,085 miles, following an initial failure on the same day. The maintenance trend is stable but flagged. The tester identified a recurring concern with the nearside front tyre, which was noted as slightly damaged in both the failed and subsequent passed attempts. More critically, the initial failure exposed ply or cords on the offside rear tyre, a serious structural defect indicating that tyre condition was not being monitored between tests. The vehicle passed on the same day after remedial work, suggesting the owner addressed the immediate failures rather than allowing a pattern of neglect to develop. The mileage progression is consistent and unremarkable. Covering approximately 5,102 miles between the April 2025 test at 38,983 miles and the April 2026 test at 44,085 miles, the annual rate sits comfortably around the typical 8,000 to 10,000 miles per year for a vehicle of this age. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded data that would suggest long periods of inactivity or unusually high recent use. The service history appears to be annual, with no missing years in the MOT record provided. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the tyre sidewall condition and wheel alignment. Exposed cords on the offside rear tyre at the April 2026 failure point to a potential issue with incorrect wheel geometry, a slow puncture that was run flat, or simple age-related deterioration that went unnoticed. Check all four tyres for uneven wear patterns, particularly inner edge wear on the rear axle, which would confirm alignment or suspension bush wear. The nearside front tyre damage, noted twice on the same day, warrants close scrutiny of the sidewall for cuts or bulging that may have been masked by a temporary repair or replacement. Beyond the tyres, the EQC's battery thermal management system and high-voltage components should be inspected for fault codes, given the vehicle's electric drivetrain. The MOT record does not flag any structural corrosion or suspension defects, but the underbody should still be examined for stone damage or shielding deterioration, which can affect the battery enclosure's integrity. The absence of advisories in the 2025 test suggests the vehicle was in reasonable condition a year prior, making the sudden tyre failures in 2026 the primary mechanical concern for any prospective purchaser.