1995 Mercedes-Benz C 2.2L Petrol · M676 FHR

This Mercedes-Benz maintains a pristine official roadworthiness status based on the single available test on file, pointing to a stable maintenance outcome for that specific inspection. In the May 2022 test at an unspecified mileage, the vehicle passed cleanly with zero defects or advisories recorded by the examiner. Because the DVSA database only yields this single entry, establishing a multi-year chronological trend or identifying recurring mechanical patterns remains impossible. The recorded mileage stands at 82,107 miles on a vehicle that is approximately thirty-one years old, averaging a modest 2,649 miles annually. This low utilization rate indicates either exceptionally light seasonal use or extended periods of storage in a garage. Prolonged inactivity often brings distinct mechanical penalties, particularly concerning seized brake components, perished rubber suspension bushes, and fuel degradation, which standard MOT inspections can easily miss. Physical inspection requires careful scrutiny of the underbody and structural integrity, as early W202 generation chassis members and jacking points are highly prone to corrosion. Rubber components such as wishbone bushes, anti-roll bar links, and subframe mountings deserve thorough checking for perishing due to age rather than high mileage. The braking system, steering joints, and exhaust hangers also demand close evaluation to ensure that lack of regular exercise has not caused premature component seizure or decay.