MERCEDES C2009 · 1.8L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend toward improving mechanical presentation. The most recent MOT test conducted on 11 November 2025 at 102,085 miles returned no defects or advisories, marking a significant improvement over previous years. This follows a clean result in November 2024 at 98,206 miles, indicating that the current owner has likely addressed the minor maintenance issues that were flagged in earlier inspections. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. Between November 2021 and November 2022, the car covered 2,605 miles, showing a steady rate of use that prevents the accelerated degradation associated with long periods of standing. The interval between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows a typical annual usage cycle, with the mileage increasing from 98,206 to 102,085 miles. This consistent usage suggests the drivetrain and mechanical components have been worked regularly rather than subjected to extreme stress or prolonged neglect. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the tyres and suspension components, as these were the only areas of concern historically. Between 2021 and 2023, the record shows recurring sidewall damage and uneven wear reaching the legal limit on the nearside front and offside rear. While the most recent tests show these issues are resolved, the buyer must verify the current depth of the tyres and the condition of the control arm bushes to ensure the previous wear patterns were not caused by underlying alignment faults. Given the age of the Mercedes, a thorough check of the subframe for structural corrosion and brake line condition remains essential, as these are not always captured in standard MOT reports until they reach a failure point.