2008 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · FL08 VWD

The 2008 Mercedes-Benz C presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 22 October 2024 at 126,643 miles passed with no defects recorded, and the prior annual test on 25 October 2023 at 125,156 miles also passed clean. The only blemish is a failure on 18 August 2023 at 125,149 miles, though the record shows no defects listed against that failure, suggesting an administrative or presentation issue rather than a mechanical fault. Recorded mileage sits at 126,643 over roughly 18 years, equating to about 7,036 miles per year, which is typical for the vehicle's age. The history shows low annual accumulation: just 4,987 miles between June 2021 and July 2022, then 7,005 miles to October 2023, and only 1,487 miles across the following twelve months to October 2024. A two-month gap between the August 2023 failure and the October 2023 pass indicates the owner rectified the presentation promptly. The sparse, clean advisories across all tests imply basic upkeep was maintained without neglected consumables surfacing. Given the absence of flagged advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, coil springs, or corrosion, the MOT record alone reveals no ongoing mechanical risks. The unexplained August 2023 failure warrants a check of the DVSA failure reason outside this dataset, as no defects were captured here. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of structural integrity, underbody rust, and binding calipers, since a 2008 chassis at 126k miles can hide worn suspension components the annual test did not record. The low yearly mileage and repeated clean passes suggest the previous keeper used the car lightly and serviced it sufficiently to clear each test. No recurring fault trend appears in the data. Treat the vehicle as a sound used purchase subject to a standard pre-sale mechanical check.