2022 Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 AMG Line Premium + 4M Electric · OY22 XLO

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 was conducted on 24 March 2026, at which point the vehicle passed with a single advisory noting a nail in the nearside front tyre. A pass with only a minor advisory indicates that the vehicle met all statutory roadworthiness requirements at the time of test, with no components flagged as defective, dangerous, or failed. The previous test on 23 April 2025 also resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded. Across the two recorded MOT events, the trend appears stable, with no repeat advisories, no recurring component failures, and no escalating mechanical concerns logged. For a prospective buyer, this clean and consistent DVSA history is a reassuring indicator that the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory statutory standard, though it is important to remember that an MOT is a point-in-time check rather than a guarantee of future condition. The recorded mileage of 44,915 miles over approximately four years equates to an annual average of around 11,229 miles, which sits squarely within typical usage parameters for a UK vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in the mileage progression evident between the two recorded MOT tests, and the accumulation rate suggests regular rather than sporadic use. For an electric vehicle such as the EQC, this kind of consistent usage is generally beneficial, as it tends to keep the high-voltage battery within a healthier state of charge range, discourages prolonged standing, and ensures that mechanical components such as brake discs and callipers, suspension bushes, and drive units are exercised regularly. There is no indication of either the very low mileage that can lead to corrosion, seized components, and battery degradation, nor the high mileage that accelerates wear on suspension, steering, and drivetrain elements. Given the relatively clean MOT record and the absence of any recurring defects, a prospective purchase inspection should focus on age and usage-related items that fall outside the MOT scope but remain relevant to a four-year-old EV with moderate mileage. The advisory regarding a nail in the nearside front tyre should prompt immediate verification of tyre condition; even if repaired, the affected tyre should be closely inspected for slow deflation, and the remaining tyres should be checked for even wear, correct pressures, and sidewall cracking or perishing consistent with age. Although the EQC relies heavily on regenerative braking, which reduces wear on friction components, prolonged standing periods or light pedal application can lead to corrosion on the brake discs and potential calliper slide or piston seizure. It is therefore advisable to physically inspect the discs for surface rust and to confirm that the callipers release cleanly without binding, ideally through a test drive that includes firm pedal application to check for brake shudder or pulling. Further pre-purchase checks appropriate to this vehicle's age and electric powertrain include verification of the 12V auxiliary battery health, as Mercedes-Benz EVs are known to be sensitive to 12V battery condition, and confirmation that any recent diagnostic or high-voltage system reports are available from a Mercedes-Benz specialist or main dealer. Tyre sidewalls should be examined for ozone cracking or perishing, particularly if the vehicle has spent extended periods in direct sunlight, and the condition of the alloy wheels should be reviewed for kerb damage that may have been concealed at MOT. The cabin air filter, brake fluid, and coolant circuits should be serviced in line with Mercedes-Benz time-based schedules rather than purely mileage intervals, so confirmation of service history and any recent fluid replacements is worthwhile. Finally, a thorough test drive on a variety of road surfaces should be conducted to identify any suspension clonks, unusual tyre noise indicative of uneven wear, pulling under regenerative deceleration, or warning messages on the instrument cluster relating to the high-voltage system, drive units, or driver assistance features.