2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC 2.1L Diesel · WP66 UTX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history. The most recent test on 13 November 2023 at 77,569 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This followed an unexplained failure just three days prior at 77,363 miles, though the record shows no specific faults for that failure, which suggests a minor item was rectified quickly by the owner prior to the retest. Since the 2021 failure, the vehicle has maintained a consistent record of passing without recorded advisories. The mileage pattern is consistent with a decade-old luxury SUV, averaging approximately 7,700 miles per year. Between November 2021 at 53,934 miles and November 2022 at 65,681 miles, the car covered 11,747 miles, showing a period of higher-average use. However, the usage slowed significantly to 11,888 miles over the following year leading to the final test. This suggests regular, moderate use which is generally beneficial for mechanical components and rubber seals to prevent the degradation often associated with long periods of inactivity. While the MOT record is remarkably clean of structural corrosion or mechanical advisories, a buyer should perform a physical inspection of common high-wear areas for this model. Check the suspension bushings and control arm components for signs of tearing, as these often perish without triggering an MOT failure until significant damage. Given the lack of recorded brake advisories, verify the thickness of the discs and check for uneven wear or binding calipers. The absence of recorded faults indicates the previous owner was likely proactive or the vehicle avoided issues before they were discovered during the annual inspections.