MERCEDES-BENZ C2017 · 2.0L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards reactive component replacement. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 95,593 miles passed, it introduced advisories for both front tyres and a leak on the offside front shock absorber. This marks a departure from the perfectly clean records seen in 2021 and 2022, indicating that components are now reaching their wear limits. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical UK usage for a premium saloon, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per year. Between October 2022 at 54,605 miles and October 2025 at 95,593 miles, the car covered over 41,000 miles. This steady rate of use explains the increasing frequency of wear issues across the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests, as the vehicle has been driven regularly rather than sitting stationary for long periods. A buyer must inspect the offside front shock absorber immediately, as the oil misting recorded in 2025 suggests a failing seal that will eventually lead to total fluid loss and compromised handling. The recurring history of tyres being worn on the edge across the last three tests indicates a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that have not yet been properly addressed by previous owners. Additionally, the windscreen damage noted in 2023 and 2024 should be checked for spreading cracks that may eventually move into the driver's field of view under temperature changes.