2008 Mercedes C 2.1L Diesel · CV08 LPZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs and developing mechanical neglect. While it passed the latest test in April 2024 at 127,981 miles, the tester flagged several significant issues including a leaking nearside diff oil seal and corroded brake pipes on both front corners. The presence of a worn suspension arm ball joint and uneven tyre wear suggests that the owner is only addressing components once they reach a failure threshold rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. At 127,981 miles, this 18-year-old Mercedes has averaged approximately 7,100 miles per year, which is consistent with typical annual usage for its age. However, the data shows a gap in records with over 13,000 miles covered between March 2022 and June 2023. The relatively low annual mileage does not appear to protect the vehicle from age-related degradation, as evidenced by the recurring issues with corrosion and electrical deterioration noted across the 2022 and 2023 tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear subframe and suspension mounting points, as corrosion was noted in 2023 and has not been explicitly cleared as resolved. The braking system requires close scrutiny for binding calipers and pipe integrity, given the history of binding brakes in 2022 and pipe corrosion in 2024. Additionally, the electrical wiring for the braking components, which was described as extremely deteriorated in 2023, remains a high-risk area for future mechanical failures if not fully replaced.