2005 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · GF05 MWM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. The most recent test in April 2022 at 151,977 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, suggesting the vehicle met minimum safety standards at that time. However, the history of failing immediately before a pass in both the 2021 and 2022 tests suggests the previous owner only addressed faults when compelled by the MOT tester rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 151,977 miles over 21 years, the car has averaged approximately 7,237 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-intensity usage for an older luxury saloon. There is a notable gap in the data between December 2019 and April 2021, during which the vehicle covered only 1,880 miles. Since then, the mileage has increased more steadily, covering 5,657 miles in the following year. This pattern suggests the car may have sat for extended periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brakes, and fluid contamination despite low mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes. Given the age and potential for standing, checking for corrosion on the rear subframe, wish arms, and mounting points is critical. The buyer should also look for binding brake calipers and perished suspension bushes, which are common on vehicles that sit stationary. Because the MOT record lacks specific advisories for the final passes, the current state of consumables like the exhaust and tyres remains unknown until a manual inspection is performed.