2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · YR62 KNL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate failure prior to passing. The most recent MOT conducted on August 2023 at 109,540 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, suggesting the car was in a compliant state at that time. However, the recurring failure of tests in both 2022 and 2023 suggests that the owner likely performs reactive maintenance, only addressing issues upon inspection rather than through preventative servicing. The mileage progression is consistent with typical usage for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. Between the 96,524 miles in May 2021 and 102,701 miles in July 2022, the car covered roughly 6,200 miles, followed by another 6,839 miles leading into the 2023 test. This steady accumulation indicates regular road use, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals and preventing brake corrosion compared to long periods of standing. Given that the last MOT was performed nearly three years ago as of June 2026, the vehicle is currently overdue for its annual test. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the suspension components, specifically the control arm bushes and springs, which tend to fatigue on this model regardless of mileage. The history of immediate failures without recorded advisories implies that items like bulbs or minor leaks were previously neglected, requiring a thorough check of the chassis for surface corrosion on the subframe and mounting points to ensure structural integrity remains sound despite the vehicle's age.