2015 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · SN65 LYP

The vehicle holds a current MOT certificate issued on 28 March 2023 at 155,608 miles, but that certificate is now over three years old and has expired. The maintenance trend over the preceding twelve months was mixed. A February 2023 failure exposed several serious defects including a structural tyre bulge on the nearside front, multiple tyres below the 1.6mm legal minimum, rear brake pads worn below 1.5mm, and an emissions failure with a rough idle and an inoperative MIL lamp. The retest five days later still failed on exhaust emissions exceeding the manufacturer's specified limit. The subsequent pass at the third attempt on 28 March 2023 suggests those specific items were rectified, but the underlying pattern of neglect leading up to that point is a significant concern. The mileage progression reveals a notable gap. Between the March 2022 test at 143,882 miles and the February 2023 test at 155,502 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 11,620 miles in just under eleven months. However, the recorded mileage has remained static at exactly 155,608 miles from the March 2023 pass through to today in June 2026. This indicates the vehicle has either been standing unused for over three years or the current displayed mileage is not accurate, both of which raise serious questions about its true condition and the validity of the lapsed certificate. A buyer should treat this vehicle as effectively untested and unroadworthy for sale purposes. The cluster of February 2023 failures points to a period where basic safety-critical upkeep was severely lacking. Four tyres were defective, including one with structural sidewall failure, and the rear brake pads were worn to the minimum. The emissions failure combined with a rough idle and an inoperative engine management lamp suggests unresolved combustion or sensor faults that may still be present. The static mileage since 2023 is equally concerning. A vehicle standing for three years will likely suffer from deteriorated rubber components such as suspension bushes, brake hoses, and seals, along with potential corrosion of brake lines and the exhaust system. A full inspection of the drivetrain, braking system, and structural underside for corrosion and perished rubber is essential before any purchase.