2004 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · FV04 KWU

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 25 April 2025 at 127,540 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by passes. While the car failed in both 2024 and 2025, the lack of recorded defects on the failed test reports suggests these issues were likely related to minor adjustments or consumable items that were rectified immediately before the re-test, rather than persistent mechanical or structural failures. At 22 years of age, the recorded mileage of 127,540 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,800 miles per year. The data shows a consistent accumulation of roughly 9,000 miles between April 2023 and April 2024, and another 9,000 miles between April 2024 and April 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not been neglected for long periods, though low-mileage vehicles of this era often suffer from degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown that occurs regardless of distance traveled. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection focusing on the chassis integrity and suspension system. Given the age of this Mercedes-Benz, corrosion on the subframe, brake lines, and exhaust mounting points is a primary concern that an MOT may not catch until it becomes structural. Check for cracks in the control arm bushings and perished, which often become brittle over decades even with low usage. Since the most recent tests showed no recorded defects, verify the brake system for binding calipers or perished hoses to ensure the low-mileage usage has not led to internal corrosion of the braking components.