2012 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · EO12 PHV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a progression in front suspension wear. The most recent test on May 11, 2026, at 136,722 miles identified slight play in both the nearside and offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints. This follows a failure in April 2025 at 124,706 miles where the dust covers on these same components had failed. While the owner has addressed the initial failure, the recurring nature of these faults suggests the front suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for this age, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. There is a significant interval of 20,000 miles covered between May 2024 and May 2025, followed by another 12,015 miles in the final year recorded. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used regularly rather than being left to sit for long periods, which explains the standard degradation of rubber-bound components and metalwork seen on a 14-year-old chassis. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension assembly to determine if the anti-roll bar links require immediate replacement in pairs. The 2024 advisory regarding a corroded offside front brake pipe necessitates a thorough check of all hydraulic lines for structural corrosion to ensure it has not progressed beyond the previous repair. Given the age and mileage, verifying the structural integrity of the undertray and mounting points is also essential to confirm that surface rust has not compromised the subframe or mounting hardware.