2011 Mercedes-Benz C250 2.1L Diesel · PO61 XVB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT on 27 November 2025 at 125,293 miles. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, though the immediate failure on that same day indicates a recent mechanical oversight. The tester flagged the offside front track rod end ball joint for excessive play, which was clearly promptly rectified to achieve the pass result. This suggests the current owner is reactive to safety-critical failures rather than allowing faults to persist indefinitely. The mileage profile is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,350 miles per year. Between December 2022 and December 2024, the car covered 8,882 miles, showing a steady and predictable usage pattern. The interval of 4,469 miles between the December 2024 and November 2025 tests aligns with this annual average. This moderate mileage suggests the drivetrain and components have not been subjected to the extreme stress associated with high-mileage motorway commuting. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to ensure the recent track rod repair was executed thoroughly. Since a ball joint has failed, it is prudent to check the adjacent control arms, drop links, and tie rod ends for similar wear or perished rubber bushings. While the vehicle showed clean records in its previous three tests, the age of the Mercedes warrants a close look at the chassis for corrosion, particularly around the subframe and mounting points, which are common areas of concern for this generation as they approach fifteen years.