2015 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · AY10 TON

The vehicle currently holds a passing MOT status, but the maintenance trend shows signs of worsening regarding suspension components and tyre management. The most recent test on 26 January 2026 at 88,409 miles flagged multiple issues, specifically slight play in both the offside and nearside front lower suspension arm ball joints and both rear tyres being worn close to the legal limit. This follows a clean pass in January 2025, suggesting that wear and tear on the chassis and consumables has accelerated in the last twelve months. The mileage history indicates a significant shift in usage patterns. Between September 2021 and May 2022, the vehicle covered over 20,000 miles, which appears to be a period of heavy use. However, the recorded mileage since 2022 has settled into a much more consistent pattern, averaging roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles per year. The jump from 49,290 miles in 2019 to 107,363 miles in 2021 represents a period of very high annual mileage, but the current 88,409 miles is consistent with a typical 11-year-old vehicle. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the front suspension assembly. The record shows a recurring issue with suspension components, including a worn bush in 2021 and the recent ball joint play in 2026. The 2022 failure for a fractured nearside front coil spring also highlights that the suspension system has faced significant stress. You should inspect the condition of all coil springs, dampers, and bushes to ensure no further structural or mechanical degradation is present. Tyre maintenance appears to be a persistent issue for this vehicle. The tester flagged tyre defects in 2018, 2021, 2022, 2024, and most recently in 2026. This pattern suggests the previous owners may have neglected basic consumable upkeep, often running tyres until they reached the legal limit or suffered damage like cuts and nails. Beyond the tyres, the 2018 report of pitted and scored rear brake discs warrants a physical inspection of the braking system to check for thickness and surface integrity.