2013 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · RV63 LCF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in March 2023 at 107,668 miles resulted in no recorded defects, following a failure just two miles prior. That previous failure centred on a compromised nearside front tyre with exposed cords and an under-inflated offside front tyre, suggesting that the owner only addressed safety-critical consumable items once they reached the point of legal failure. At 107,668 miles over 13 years, the car averages approximately 8,282 miles per year. This is consistent with typical low-distance domestic use rather than heavy motorway mileage. The data shows a consistent annual testing interval between 2021 and 2023, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between each recorded entry. However, as the last MOT was conducted in March 2023, the vehicle is now over three years overdue for its test, which increases the uncertainty regarding the current state of rubber components, brakes, and fluid levels. A buyer must physically inspect the wheels and suspension components given the recurring failures noted in early 2021. The record shows a fractured offside front inner rim and a welding repair on the nearside front inner rim, indicating a history of significant impact or severe kerbing that could stress the steering geometry and suspension bushings. Check for hairline cracks in the alloy wheels and examine the integrity of the previous weld repair for corrosion. Given the age of the vehicle and the elapsed time since the last inspection, a thorough check for chassis-related rust is essential to ensure no structural degradation has developed since the last professional assessment.