2015 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · KP65 PYU

The vehicle currently fails the MOT test for the rear suspension arm ball joint, which is a serious mechanical risk that requires immediate structural inspection and replacement. The tester flagged this specific failure on 2024-10-18, indicating that the worn ball joint has been a recurring issue since at least 2023, suggesting a lack of proactive suspension maintenance that could lead to further failure. This persistent issue is not a minor consumable wear but a structural compromise that the vehicle's chassis integrity is currently vulnerable to. Regarding the mileage trend, the vehicle has accumulated approximately 10,251 miles annually, falling within the typical range for a 2015 model. While the overall mileage is consistent with age, the specific gap between the 2025-10-28 and 2024-10-21 tests reveals a period of rapid accumulation of wear on the front lower suspension, brake discs, and child seat belts. The lack of data for the 2023-10-18 test suggests a gap in the maintenance record, but the 2025-10-28 record confirms that the vehicle has not been adequately serviced since the 2024-10-21 test, highlighting a significant gap in the maintenance history. Given the recurring failure of the rear suspension and the lack of recent data on the brake discs and child seat belts, a buyer should inspect the vehicle for structural damage to the chassis and the rear suspension components. The tester flagged binding rear brakes and excessive play in the front suspension arm ball joint, which are critical indicators of structural integrity. A responsible buyer must verify the condition of the rear child seat and the brake disc wear, as these components are often neglected due to the lack of recent MOT records. The vehicle's roadworthiness is currently compromised by these identified faults and the lack of recent maintenance data, necessitating a thorough physical inspection before purchase.