2002 Mercedes-Benz C 320 3.2L Petrol · ET02 NNF

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 24 May 2025 at 99,600 miles with no recorded defects. This represents an improving maintenance trend following a significant failure in June 2023. While the car previously suffered from recurring wear-related issues, the clean sheet from the latest inspection suggests that the previous owner addressed the critical mechanical and structural faults identified in the earlier testing cycles. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old Mercedes, with the recorded 99,600 miles representing an average of approximately 4,150 miles per year. The data shows consistent but minimal usage, with only 2,661 miles driven between June 2024 and May 2025, and 3,712 miles between June 2023 and June 2024. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals over time despite the lack of mechanical wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint was flagged for play in both 2023 and 2024. Although this was cleared in the latest test, low-mileage vehicles often cause bushings to dry out and crack. The rear sub-frame requires close attention; the tester noted corrosion on both sides in 2023. While not weakened at that time, rust on these components requires monitoring to ensure it has not progressed into a structural failure during the periods of inactivity. The braking system also warrants scrutiny. The history shows pitted and scored front discs in 2022 and 2024, alongside a failure for thin rear brake pads in 2023. Given the low mileage, the buyer should check for seized calipers or uneven wear which often occur when a vehicle sits for long periods. Ensure that the work performed between the 2023 failure and the 2025 pass was executed to a professional standard to justify the current lack of advisories.