2015 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · SA15 AEK

The vehicle currently maintains a stable roadworthiness status following a clean test result. The most recent inspection, conducted on 4 December 2025 at 168,376 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car met all safety and emissions standards. While a failure occurred in late October 2024, the immediate rectification and subsequent pass in November suggest that the owner is proactive in addressing mechanical faults to keep the vehicle on the road. The mileage profile reflects a consistent high-usage pattern, averaging approximately 15,300 miles per annum over the last four years. Between the October 2022 test at 118,272 miles and the October 2023 test at 136,931 miles, the vehicle covered nearly 19,000 miles in a single year. A significant surge occurred between the October 2023 and November 2024 tests, where the car clocked over 31,000 miles in just fourteen months. This high-frequency use suggests the car has likely been used for motorway commuting, which is generally gentler on the clutch and gearbox than city driving but accelerates the wear on suspension components and rubber bushings. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the lower suspension and drivetrain given the high cumulative mileage. At 168,000 miles, control arm bushes, shock absorbers, and coil springs often show signs of heavy fatigue. The inspector should also check for signs of brake disc thinning or binding calipers, as the high mileage puts significant stress on the braking system. Although the MOT record shows no advisories, a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion around the mounting points is necessary to ensure the high-mileage history has not compromised the integrity of the vehicle.