2009 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · FL09 LLJ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent pass record over the last three years. The most recent test in February 2026 at 72,770 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2023, 2024, and 2025, suggesting that the owner has maintained the vehicle to a standard that avoids recurring mechanical or structural failures. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per year. Between February 2023 and February 2026, the car covered only 9,127 miles, which confirms a history of infrequent use. While this low mileage reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of standing can often lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion on exposed metal surfaces. The brief failure in January 2025 at 69,607 miles followed immediately by a pass two miles later suggests a minor issue that was rectified instantly rather than a systemic mechanical failure. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the effects of low-mileage aging, specifically checking for dry rot in the suspension bushes, rubber hoses, and tyre sidewalls which may have perished despite low tread depth. Examine the brake discs for signs of pitting or surface rust as these often occur when vehicles sit for extended periods. Given the age of this Mercedes-Benz, a thorough check of the underside structural integrity and sills is essential to ensure that hidden corrosion has not compromised the chassis, despite the clean MOT history to date.