2021 Mercedes-Benz C 1.9L Diesel · PY70 FCE

The vehicle remains roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test in February 2026 at 62,049 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but shows signs of reactive maintenance, evidenced by the advisory for a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit. While the car passed without failures, the presence of tyre-related issues suggests that consumables are only addressed when they approach inspection thresholds rather than through proactive preventative replacement. At 62,049 miles over five years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 12,400 miles per annum. This sits slightly above the national average for modern cars, indicating consistent use of the drivetrain and suspension components. Between the February 2024 test at 36,223 miles and the January 2025 test at 49,177 miles, the car covered over 13,000 miles in just eleven months. This rate of accumulation typically leads to more accelerated wear on rubber components and mechanical bushings. A prospective buyer should investigate the rear prop shaft flexible coupling, which was flagged as deteriorated in early 2025. If this component has not been replaced, it could lead to vibrations or eventual drivetrain failure. The 2025 advisory regarding a damaged windscreen also warrants a physical check to ensure cracks have not propagated into the driver's field of vision. Given the uneven wear noted on the nearside rear tyre in 2026, a professional alignment check is necessary to rule out suspension geometry issues that are causing premature tyre degradation.