2010 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · HV60 HXB

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of deferred maintenance rather than proactive care. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 159,546 miles, this result followed a significant failure just three days prior. The history reveals a recurring pattern of addressing faults only upon failure, such as power steering malfunctions, worn brake discs, and suspension failures, suggesting that the owner only performs the absolute minimum work required to secure an MOT certificate. At 159,546 miles, this sixteen-year-old Mercedes-Benz averages approximately 10,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical annual usage patterns. However, the data shows a period of high activity between September 2024 and October 2025, where the car covered over 8,000 miles in just thirteen months. This mileage, combined with the persistent presence of mechanical issues like corroded brake pipes and worn wheel bearings, indicates that the components are under significant stress and are reaching a point of accelerated degradation. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The tester flagged both front wheel bearings with play in the 2024 and 2025 tests, and a nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint was recently found excessively worn. The persistent corrosion on the front brake pipes, which were frequently noted covered in grease, suggests a potential attempt to hide surface rust. These areas should be scrutinized for structural integrity beyond the surface level reported. The recurring oil leak noted in every test since at least 2023 indicates a long-term issue that has not been effectively rectified. Given the previous failure in 2024 regarding detached brake pads and imbalanced rear brakes, the entire braking assembly requires a professional check to ensure no calipers are currently seized. The history of worn rear suspension arm bushes also implies that the rubber components throughout the chassis are likely failing, which will lead to further costs in the near future.