2010 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · FV60 ADO

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available data. The most recent test on 15 November 2023 resulted in a pass at 193,409 miles with no defects recorded. While the car failed a test one day prior on 14 November 2023, the record lists no specific defects for that failure, suggesting a clerical error or a minor issue resolved immediately. The mileage is high for a 2010 model, averaging over 12,000 miles per year. A review of the chronology shows a significant drop in annual usage in recent years. Between November 2020 and November 2021, the car covered 1,443 miles. From November 2021 to November 2022, it covered 1,549 miles. The most recent interval between November 2022 and November 2023 saw a sharper increase to 4,048 miles. The MOT history is unusually clean for a vehicle of this age and mileage, showing no recorded advisories or failures for suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion over five years. This lack of data suggests either an exceptionally well-maintained car or a history of preventative maintenance performed outside of the MOT process. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-wear components that the MOT may not have flagged as critical. Given the 193,409 total miles, check for play in the steering rack, wear in the engine mounts, and the condition of the automatic transmission fluid. Inspect the underbody for surface corrosion, as the absence of MOT advisories does not guarantee the structural integrity of a sixteen-year-old chassis.