MERCEDES-BENZ C2018 · 2.1L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean inspections to reactive repairs. In the most recent test in November 2025 at 88,609 miles, the car presented multiple defects that were not present in previous years. The tester identified a severely deteriorated offside front CV boot, worn-edge tyres, and pitted rear brake discs. This indicates that while the vehicle passed previously without issues, the current owner is now addressing components only as they approach failure or legal limits. The mileage profile of 88,609 miles is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. There is a clear gap of 11,044 miles recorded between November 2024 and November 2025, suggesting steady annual usage. However, the data set from May 2023 shows two tests conducted within three days, where a failure followed immediately by a pass. This suggests a change of ownership or a rush to retest, but it does not necessarily impact the mechanical reliability of the drivetrain during those specific intervals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the offside front CV boot to ensure grease has not sprayed onto the suspension components, as severe deterioration often leads to immediate joint failure. The 2025 advisories regarding pitted rear brake discs and worn-edge tyres suggest that the braking system and consumables are reaching the end of their service life. Given the 2023 failure for a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system, the buyer should also verify that this sensor is now functional, as electronic faults were a recurring point of concern in the vehicle's history.