2008 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · LH08 AEB

This 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class arrives at its most recent MOT in January 2026 with a perfectly clean pass at 72,237 miles. The maintenance trend is stable and consistently positive. Every single recorded test since January 2023 has passed without a single defect or advisory. The January 2026 pass, which took place roughly six months ago, reported no defects at all, indicating the vehicle continues to present in a sound mechanical and structural state. The mileage pattern is moderate and steady. The car has covered 72,237 miles across its 18-year life, averaging roughly 4,013 miles per year. The recorded history shows consistent annual use of between 8,000 and 9,500 miles per year, apart from a slightly larger jump of about 9,300 miles between the January 2023 and January 2024 tests. There are no suspicious gaps in the MOT record and no sudden mileage spikes. This pattern suggests a car used regularly but lightly, without long periods of standing or heavy commercial use. Although the official record contains no advisories, a buyer should still carry out a physical inspection of the mechanical components that typically degrade with age and light use. With this vehicle approaching 18 years old, the suspension bushes, coil springs, and anti-roll bar links are prime candidates for deterioration, even at moderate mileage. Brake discs and calipers can bind or corrode if the car has been used only for short journeys. The exhaust system and underside should also be checked for corrosion, given the car's age. The clean MOT history implies a well-maintained example, but a private inspection of the brakes, suspension, and structural floor pans remains essential before purchase.