2016 Mercedes-Benz C 4.0L Petrol · 1 BAJ

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failed MOT test on June 12, 2026 at 38,391 miles. The test failed due to an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint, marking a shift from a previously stable maintenance trend to a state of mechanical failure. While the previous three tests were clean, the recent failure necessitates immediate attention to theんですよ assembly to bring the vehicle back to safety standards. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,839 miles per year. Between June 2022 at 23,841 miles and June 2026 at 38,391 miles, the car covered only 14,550 miles. While this low usage typically suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it can also lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals due to age, which may be consistent with the failure of the ball joint observed in the most recent inspection. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to ensure the worn ball joint has not caused secondary damage to the control arm or adjacent bushings. The 2024 test at 31,718 miles noted corrosion on both nearside and offside front brake pipes covered in grease; therefore, these lines must be visually inspected to ensure the corrosion has not worsened despite the passing grade the following year. Given the low mileage, checking for brake disc pitting or seized caliper artwork is also advisable, as these components often suffer when vehicles remain stationary for extended periods.