2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 2.1L Diesel · RF66 NZA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in April 2026 at 153,780 miles, it failed immediately due to a defective windscreen washer and an offside rear tyre worn to the legal limit. This suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they result in an MOT failure, rather than performing routine inspections to catch issues early. The mileage profile is high for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging over 15,000 miles per year. There is a significant surge in usage between May 2024 and May 2025, where the car covered 36,730 miles in just twelve months. This rapid accumulation indicates heavy annual use, likely involving motorway mileage. Such high-frequency operation puts accelerated stress on the drivetrain, turbocharger, and suspension components, which is consistent with the recurring suspension-related failures noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record shows a progression of play in the offside front suspension arm ball joint in 2024, which deteriorated into a failed dust cover in 2025. This pattern suggests the rubber bushings and joints are reaching the end of their functional life. You should also check for uneven tyre wear across all axles, as the 2026 failure specifically noted edge-related wear, which often points to tracking alignment issues or worn shock absorbers. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the brake rotors and fluid leaks is also essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from neglected use.