2010 Mercedes-Benz C 320 3.0L Diesel · PE10 JTX

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in mechanical wear and persistent structural degradation. In the most recent test in July 2025 at 119,464 miles, the tester flagged both thin rear brake pads and developing play in the front suspension components. While the car passed, the recurrence of corroded brake pipes and suspension arm issues suggests that the owner is addressing faults only when they reach MOT failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 119,464 miles over 16 years, the car has averaged approximately 7,466 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-to-mid range usage for its age. The mileage data shows steady annual patterns, with roughly 7,600 miles covered between the July 2024 and 2025 tests and approximately 7,500 miles between 2023 and 2024. This consistent use indicates the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which often contributes to the accelerated corrosion observed on the chassis and brake lines. A buyer must conduct a thorough underbody inspection focusing on the subframe mounting points. The critical failure in July 2022 for excessive corrosion reducing structural strength in the subframe remains a primary concern; despite the passing grade thereafter, the subsequent advisories for corroded brake pipes suggest the environment remains harsh for the metal. The buyer should also inspect the front lower suspension arm bushes, ball joints, and wheel bearings, as these components have appeared repeatedly across the last three tests, indicating the front-end geometry is nearing the end of its functional life.