2010 MERCEDES-BENZ C1.6L PETROL

The vehicle currently presents a concerning roadworthiness status due to lapsed certification and a trend of deferred mechanical maintenance. While the most recent test in January 2023 at 147,751 miles was a pass, it followed a failure just two miles prior. This failure highlighted critical safety issues including an excessively worn offside front suspension ball joint and a severely damaged front tyre. The presence of these faults suggests that the owner only addresses repairs when necessitated by an MOT failure, rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 147,751 miles over 16 years, the car has averaged approximately 9,234 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a Mercedes-Benz. However, there is a significant gap in the data as the last recorded test occurred in January 2023. Given that today is June 2026, the vehicle has not been legally roadworthy in over three years. This lack of recent oversight means the current state of the drivetrain and chassis is entirely unknown, especially considering the high-mileage context and the history of corrosion noted in previous tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough in-person inspection of the braking system and suspension. Records from 2022 and 2023 repeatedly flag corrosion on multiple brake pipes across both axles, which were noted as being obscured by grease. This indicates a persistent issue of oxidation that could lead to sudden hydraulic failure if not replaced. The previous failure of the offside front ball joint and the reports of thin brake pads suggest that the suspension and braking components are reaching the end of their service life. Particular attention should be paid to structural integrity, as the age of the vehicle often correlates with hidden underbody rust.