2019 Mercedes-Benz C 1.9L Diesel · CH18 ARD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a recent shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. While passing its most recent test in April 2026 at 36,632 miles, the tester flagged all four tyres as worn close to the legal limit and showing uneven wear. This follows a 2025 advisory regarding thin rear brake pads, suggesting that the owner is only now addressing consumables as they approach failure rather than following preventative intervals. The mileage profile is consistently low for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,233 miles per year. The data shows steady usage between 2022 and 2026, where the car covered roughly 23,000 miles without defects. However, the 4,476-mile gap between May 2025 and April 2026 confirms a continued pattern of short-distance urban driving. Such low annual mileage can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components or seizing of brake hardware, which aligns with the recorded brake pad issues. A buyer must perform a physical inspection of the suspension geometry to explain the edge wear noted on all tyres in the 2026 test. Uneven wear across the entire axle often points to misalignment or worn control arm bushes rather than simple tyre age. Additionally, the rear brake discs should be checked for pitting or thinning, as the low mileage often results in surface corrosion when the brakes are not used frequently. Given the history of thin pads, verifying the remaining life of the entire braking system is essential to ensure no immediate expenditure is required.