2017 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · AM53 TED

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 18 August 2026, but the overall maintenance trend is concerning and appears to be deteriorating. While the vehicle maintained a clean record between 2022 and 2023, the subsequent history reveals a pattern of neglect regarding consumables and structural wheel integrity. The recent failure on 8 August 2026 due to a dangerous tyre bulge, combined with persistent advisories for distorted wheels and recurring tyre wear, suggests a lack of preventative maintenance and a failure to address known issues promptly. With a recorded mileage of 100,455 miles over approximately nine years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 11,162 miles per year. This is typical usage for this model, meaning the wear on the drivetrain and chassis is consistent with its age. However, crossing the 100,000 mile threshold is a critical juncture where major wear-and-tear items typically require attention. The buyer should expect increased degradation of suspension bushes, engine mounts, and various rubber seals, making a thorough review of the service history essential to confirm that long-term maintenance intervals have been observed. The MOT history highlights a chronic issue with the road wheels and tyres that requires immediate investigation. Both the offside and nearside front wheels have been flagged as distorted since August 2025, indicating structural deformation of the rims likely caused by impact damage. During a test drive, the buyer should be alert for steering wheel vibrations or a rhythmic humming noise at higher speeds, which are symptoms of distorted wheels. Furthermore, the repeated failures and advisories concerning rear tyre tread and structural failure, specifically on the inner edges, strongly suggest poor wheel alignment or worn rear suspension components that are causing uneven scrubbing. Beyond the wheels, the historical failure for exhaust emissions in 2021 indicates a previous issue with the engine's combustion or filtration system. The buyer should verify if the Diesel Particulate Filter was serviced or replaced and check for any current smoke or abnormal idling. The current minor defect regarding the windscreen damage should be inspected to ensure the crack is not spreading. Finally, given the mileage, it is imperative to check the brake discs for excessive lipping and the calipers for binding, while ensuring that the automatic transmission fluid has been changed to prevent premature gearbox failure.