2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · CX07 XPL

The Mercedes-Benz C presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 27 August 2025 at 180,122 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded. This follows three consecutive clean passes in 2022, 2023, and 2024, showing the vehicle has remained structurally and mechanically sound across the latest inspection cycle. Recorded mileage sits at 180,122 against a 19-year lifespan, equating to roughly 9,480 miles per year, which is typical for the age. The annual tests show steady accumulation: 173,684 miles in August 2022, 174,712 by August 2023, 176,878 in August 2024, and 180,122 in August 2025. No gaps or sudden jumps appear in the record. The only anomaly is a failed test on 19 August 2023 at 174,707 miles, reversed three days later at 174,712 miles with a pass and no defects logged, suggesting an administrative or minor non-mechanical rejection rather than a substantive fault. The clean advisory history across five years implies previous owners kept basic consumables and structural items within limits. No corrosion, suspension bushes, brake discs, or exhaust emissions issues were flagged at any stage. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of underbody structural integrity and suspension components given the vehicle's age and 180,000-mile use, as MOT pass rates alone do not capture wear tolerance on coil springs or binding calipers between tests. Given the sparse but consistent record, in-person checks should prioritise tyre tread depth, wiper condition, and fluid leaks not captured by the tester. The lack of recurring faults points to reasonable upkeep, though high mileage on the original drivetrain warrants a compression and gearbox evaluation before purchase.