2017 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · KS67 AEP

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 12 December 2025 at 108,288 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though a recurring pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes is evident. In both December 2024 and December 2025, the car failed its test only one to seven miles before a successful presentation. This suggests that the previous owner only addressed mechanical issues once they reached the point of legal testing failure, rather than following a proactive preventative maintenance schedule. At 108,288 miles over nine years, this Mercedes has averaged approximately 12,000 miles per annum, which sits slightly above the national average for a passenger vehicle. The data shows consistent high-frequency usage, with nearly 20,000 miles covered between December 2023 and December 2024, and another 33,000 miles covered in the following year. This rapid mileage accumulation places significant stress on high-wear drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and braking systems. The lack of advisories on the passing tests indicates that while the vehicle is kept to legal standards, the high mileage increases the likelihood of imminent component fatigue beyond basic consumables. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry and control arms, as high-mileage German often suffer from rubber degradation and bushing wear. Given the history of failing just before passing, a specific check for brake caliper binding and minimum disc thickness is necessary to ensure no underlying faults were merely masked. The chassis should also be examined for signs of structural corrosion, particularly around the mounting points, as the consistent annual mileage exposes the underbody to road salts over nearly a decade of use.