2022 Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 AMG Line Premium + 4M Electric · WO22 CTU

A consistent pattern of uniform tyre wear across all four wheels represents the defining mechanical finding in this EQC's MOT history, with the most recent test on 2026-04-07 recording four advisories for edges worn close to the legal limit at every corner simultaneously. This kind of even, all-round wear pattern on a heavy electric SUV typically points to a suspension geometry issue, premature tyre wear due to the vehicle's kerb weight and torque delivery, or simply tyres that had reached the end of their service life on the odometer rather than age. The previous test on 2025-04-29 was entirely clean with no advisories recorded, so the tyre wear has developed over the intervening twelve months and represents a fresh issue requiring immediate attention rather than a chronic unresolved defect. With 35,318 miles accumulated over roughly four years, the annual mileage averages around 8,830 miles, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a premium electric SUV of this class. There are no extended gaps in the testing record and no sudden jumps in mileage between tests, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular use rather than laid up for prolonged periods or subject to inconsistent driving patterns. For an EV of this weight and power output, this mileage level is low enough that major drivetrain components, high-voltage battery degradation indicators, and suspension consumables should not yet be heavily worn, though the recorded tyre wear suggests some chassis or alignment factor may be accelerating contact surface degradation beyond what the mileage alone would normally produce. Given that every corner was flagged for edge wear in the same test, a prospective purchaser should prioritise a four-wheel alignment check and a close inspection of the suspension arms, bushes, and anti-roll bar linkages for any play or deterioration, as worn compliance bushes can cause the kind of uneven camber that produces shoulder-edge wear on all four tyres simultaneously. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or wandering in the steering that could indicate worn tie rod ends or bush slack. The brake pedal should feel firm and consistent without any judder under heavy braking, which would suggest warped discs, and the regenerative braking system should provide smooth, predictable slowing without any abrupt cut-outs or warning messages on the dashboard display. Because this is a Mercedes-Benz EQ-specific electric platform, any warning lights relating to the high-voltage system, charging port functionality, or battery management should be scrutinised carefully during the test drive, and the vehicle's range should be cross-checked against the indicated state of charge against expected values for a 4-year-old 80 kWh battery. Inspect the alloy wheels carefully for kerbing damage that could explain uneven tyre wear, and verify that all four tyres are of matching brand, size, and tread pattern, as a mix of axles or mismatched compounds can produce the kind of irregular wear seen here. Finally, request evidence of any recent alignment work or suspension component replacement, as the simultaneous advisory pattern strongly suggests the tyres were approaching the end of their useful life but may also be masking an underlying geometry issue that will recur with replacement rubber if not properly addressed.