2017 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Electric diesel · KE17 AAF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, the most recent MOT on 2025‑09‑20 recorded a pass with an advisory on the nearside front shock absorber showing light oil misting (5.3.2(b)). The history shows a stable pattern of minor advisories rather than escalating failures; tyre wear notes from 2021‑2022 have not progressed to brake or suspension defects, and the shock‑absorber condition is the only current consumable issue. Mileage accumulation at 123,310 miles over nine model years averages roughly 13,700 miles annually, a high figure for a 2017 model. The MOT records reveal a steady rise: from 37,838 miles in June 2020 to 53,377 miles a year later, then to 72,524 miles by July 2022, 92,073 miles in June 2023, 99,520 miles in September 2024 and finally 123,310 miles in September 2025. The jump of 23,790 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates a period of heavier use, which aligns with the emergence of the shock‑absorber oil mist. The data set is complete with annual tests, the only interruption being the COVID‑19 six‑month extension in 2020. A prospective buyer should inspect the suspension system closely, checking the nearside front shock absorber for oil leakage and listening for damping anomalies. All four tyres must be examined for tread depth and edge wear, as the 2021‑2022 advisories suggest uneven wear patterns that could affect handling. The rear suspension bushes and steering linkage should be inspected for looseness, and the brake discs and calipers assessed for binding or corrosion, even though no faults were recorded. The windscreen chip in the driver’s view area requires verification that the repair meets safety standards, and a visual scan for chassis corrosion around the front subframe is advisable given the oil mist indication.