2008 MERCEDES-BENZ C2.1L Diesel

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding suspension and braking. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 127,759 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just three days prior. This failure was primarily due to excessive wear on the offside front suspension arm bush and a binding nearside rear brake. The persistent presence of front wheel bearing play and suspension arm wear suggests that the owner only addresses components once they reach a critical failure point rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 18 years old, the recorded 127,759 miles represent an average usage of approximately 7,100 miles per year, which is consistent with low-intensity regional driving. The data shows consistent annual, with roughly 4,700 miles covered between the July 2024 and July 2025 tests, and another 3,500 miles between July 2023 and 2024. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle is used regularly, though the age of the car means rubber and metal components are aging despite the low mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the tester has flagged worn inner bushes and anti-roll bar linkage ball joints across three consecutive years. The front wheel bearings have also been a recurring issue since at least 2023, indicating they are nearing the end of their functional life. The braking system shows signs of pitted discs and a previously binding rear service brake in 2025, which often indicates seized calipers or worn handbrake shoes. Additionally, the functionality of the offside rear door mechanism, which failed in 2024, should be verified to ensure the repair was permanent.