2002 Mercedes-Benz C 2.6L Petrol · GD51 OSG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a highly stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 29 April 2025 at 215,135 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the car failed a test on the same day, the three-mile difference between the failure and the pass suggests a minor, immediate rectification that did not warrant a detailed defect entry in the final pass certificate. The mileage pattern is consistent and typical for a 24 year old vehicle. It has covered roughly 8,964 miles per year, showing steady usage rather than periods of stagnation. Between May 2022 at 202,541 miles and April 2025 at 215,135 miles, the car accumulated 12,594 miles. This linear progression indicates the vehicle remains in active service and has not suffered from the degradation often associated with long-term standing. The MOT record is unusually clean for a vehicle of this age and mileage. There are no recorded advisories or failures relating to suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake discs across the last four years. This lack of flagged issues suggests a proactive approach to maintenance or a vehicle in remarkably good mechanical condition. A buyer should still conduct a physical inspection focusing on structural integrity and corrosion. The MOT history does not list any rust, but older Mercedes-Benz C-Class models are prone to corrosion on the sills and wheel arches which may not always be flagged unless it affects structural safety. Checking for oil leaks and assessing the condition of the drivetrain components is advised given the 215,135 mile odometer reading.