2010 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · GF60 XKE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, holding a valid MOT certificate issued on 23 May 2026 at 123,801 miles. The maintenance trend over the last three years is mixed, showing a shift from a completely clean bill of health in 2025 to a cluster of structural and mechanical advisories in the most recent test. While the car continues to pass, the May 2026 inspection flagged corrosion on the front outer brake pipes, a deteriorated rear prop shaft flexible coupling, and localised corrosion on the nearside rear subframe and front suspension arm mounting area. These are not immediate failures, but they indicate the car is entering a phase where age-related deterioration is becoming visible to the tester. The mileage progression is steady and broadly typical for a 2010 vehicle. It covered roughly 8,128 miles between the June 2024 test at 107,171 miles and the May 2026 test at 123,801 miles. The 2025 test at 115,673 miles sits neatly in the middle, showing no sudden jumps or suspiciously low gaps. There is no evidence of long-term standing or recent high-intensity use. The accumulation pattern suggests regular, consistent driving rather than neglect or extreme wear. The recurring theme in this record is corrosion and brake system attention. The offside front brake pipe was flagged as corroded and contaminated with grease or other material in both the July 2023 failure and the subsequent July 2023 pass, then reappeared as a front outer brake pipe corrosion advisory in May 2026. A buyer should inspect the full length of the brake pipework underneath, paying close attention to the front outer sections and any areas where grease or underseal might be masking active corrosion. The rear prop shaft flexible coupling deterioration noted in May 2026 is a known wear item on rear-drive Mercedes models; if it has not been replaced recently, it should be checked for splitting or excessive movement. The nearside rear subframe corrosion at the front suspension arm mounting area is the most structurally significant advisory. A buyer should have the rear subframe and all suspension mounting points inspected on a ramp, looking for pitting or thinning metal rather than just surface rust. The 2023 nearside front wheel bearing play also warrants a check for any residual knock or rumble. Tyre wear has been flagged twice on the offside front, suggesting possible alignment or tracking issues that should be verified with a four-wheel alignment check before purchase.