2022 Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 AMG Line Premium 4M Electric · ST72 ECN

A clean bill of roadworthiness on the most recent examination dated 12 January 2026, with no advisories or failures recorded, reflects positively on a vehicle of this age and specification. Across both MOT events captured in the DVSA history, the EQC has passed without any structural, brake, suspension, or exhaust failures, and the only items ever flagged were a pair of rear inner tyre advisories noted at the July 2025 test. That single recurring theme of inner-edge tyre wear on the rear axle, now resolved at the latest test, is the defining mechanical talking point of this car and points towards a specific chassis geometry or loading characteristic worth scrutinising rather than any broader pattern of deterioration. With 20,707 miles recorded over a four-year life, this EQC is averaging roughly 5,177 miles annually, a notably low figure for a premium electric SUV and one that suggests periods of light use or extended standing rather than sustained daily driving. Such low accumulation reduces wear on conventional consumables such as brake discs, pads, and suspension components, since regenerative deceleration does much of the slowing in normal EV operation and the mechanical braking system sees comparatively light service. Conversely, prolonged standing can bring its own considerations around 12V auxiliary battery health and the condition of static brake components, though with annual mileage on the scale recorded here, the mechanical braking assemblies are unlikely to have suffered significant corrosion seizing. The absence of long gaps between MOT tests indicates the vehicle has remained in regular use rather than being laid up for multi-year periods. For a prospective buyer, the rear inner-edge tyre wear pattern recorded at the 2025 test is the principal area to investigate on inspection. Inner-edge wear on both rear tyres simultaneously is typically symptomatic of excessive negative camber at the rear axle, worn rear suspension bushings, or possibly a suspension component that has shifted from its original setting, and it warrants a careful check of the rear multi-link suspension geometry, including the control arm bushes, spring seats, and any adjustable camber elements if fitted. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the rear suspension over uneven surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or instability in the rear end during direction changes or over undulating roads. The tyres themselves should be inspected for even shoulder wear across all four corners, and the rear alignment settings verified if there is any sign of uneven scrub. Given the AMG Line Premium specification and the relatively low mileage, a physical inspection should also pay close attention to the underside of the vehicle, as the absence of MOT advisories does not preclude the early stages of corrosion or undertray damage that may not yet have reached the threshold for advisory recording. Particular care should be taken to examine the high-voltage cabling protection, the undertray fastenings, and the condition of the alloy wheels, since kerbing damage can itself contribute to the type of irregular tyre wear noted historically. Verify the operation of the regenerative braking system through its selectable levels and confirm that the conventional hydraulic brakes respond smoothly without any binding or judder, as low-use EV brake calipers can occasionally seize. Finally, confirm that all driver-assistance and lighting systems function as expected, as these items are examined at MOT but a broader functional check remains prudent for a premium vehicle of this class.