2013 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · T4 RRU

The Mercedes-Benz C-Class presents a stable and well-documented maintenance trend across its five most recent MOT entries. The most recent test on 14 October 2025 at 82,945 miles returned a clean pass with zero defects, advisories, or failures recorded. This marks the fifth consecutive first-time pass in the supplied history, indicating consistent mechanical upkeep and no emerging deterioration in core safety systems such as brakes, suspension, steering, or structural integrity. The mileage progression is steady and entirely typical for a 13-year-old vehicle. Between 21 October 2021 at 62,312 miles and 14 October 2025 at 82,945 miles, the car accumulated 20,633 miles over four years, averaging approximately 5,158 miles annually during that window. The earlier years show a slightly higher rate of roughly 6,380 miles per year overall, which is unremarkable for a petrol or diesel saloon of this class. There are no suspicious gaps in the record, no sudden spikes in mileage accumulation, and no periods suggesting prolonged standing or short-interval testing that might mask underlying faults. The absence of any advisories or failures across five consecutive annual tests is a strong positive indicator. However, a clean MOT record does not guarantee the absence of latent wear. A buyer should still inspect the condition of the front and rear brake discs and pads, as these are consumable items that may have been replaced shortly before each test. Suspension components including front lower arm bushes, rear trailing arm bushes, and coil springs should be examined for perishing or corrosion, particularly around the subframe mounting points common on W204-generation C-Class models. The exhaust system, including the DPF if this is a diesel variant, should be checked for leaks or excessive soot staining. Tyre condition and tread depth across all four corners deserve close attention, as uneven wear can indicate tracking or suspension geometry issues not always visible under test conditions. The vehicle structure, particularly the inner sills, jacking points, and floor pan, should be inspected for corrosion, as structural rust can develop between test intervals on vehicles of this age. The steering rack and power steering fluid level should also be assessed, as early signs of fluid seepage or play may not yet meet the MOT failure threshold but can indicate approaching repair needs.