2014 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · SMW 568

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status having passed its most recent MOT on 11 November 2025 at 94,489 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of instability in 2024. While the previous tests indicated specific mechanical and consumable failures, the latest test result suggests that the current owner is actively rectifying safety-critical faults identified by the tester. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,874 miles per year. The data shows regular usage with 3,602 miles covered between the May 2024 and November 2024 tests, and another 3,610 miles covered between November 2024 and November 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of standing, which can often lead to premature degradation of rubber components and internal corrosion in the braking system. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the fractured nearside front coil spring recorded in May 2024 indicates a potential for component fatigue across the axle. The failure in November 2024 regarding the parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly requires a test of the handbrake mechanism to ensure the cables are properly adjusted and not merely slipping. Additionally, the uneven wear on the offside rear tyre noted in late 2024 suggests an alignment issue or a worn bushing that should be verified to prevent premature wear of new rubber.