2003 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · HG53 UCP

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by consistently clean MOT results. The most recent test conducted on 20 February 2026 at 56,766 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a clean pass in February 2025 at 54,136 miles, indicating that the car has maintained a high standard of operational readiness without recurring mechanical or structural failures in recent testing cycles. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,468 miles per year. A significant data gap exists between the October 2013 test and February 2025 test, during which the car covered only 1,123 miles over nearly twelve years. Since the 2025 test, the vehicle has covered 2,630 miles in just over a year. Such low usage suggests the car may have been subject to long periods of standing, which can often lead to age-related degradation of components rather than mechanical wear from use. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must inspect the vehicle for issues associated with low-mileage storage. Prioritize checking the rubber components, such as suspension bushes, engine hoses, and tyre sidewalls for cracking or dry rot. The braking system should be examined for seized calipers or corroded discs, as infrequent use often leads to surface oxidation. Given the age of the Mercedes, a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion is essential, as the MOT record does not account for hidden rust in the sills or arches.