2009 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI 2.1L Diesel · KR09 EEN

The vehicle’s recent MOT history indicates a generally stable but not flawless roadworthiness trend. The November 2025 test passed with advisories for deteriorated registration plates and front brake pads wearing thin, following a clean November 2024 pass that flagged a severely deteriorated anti-roll bar dust cover. While no critical failures have occurred since the 2020 coil spring fracture and brake pipe corrosion issues, recurring brake and suspension concerns suggest maintenance has been adequate but not exemplary. The car remains roadworthy but warrants attention to its braking and suspension systems. Mileage progression aligns with typical usage for a 17-year-old vehicle, accumulating 113,935 miles at approximately 6,702 miles per annum. The most significant mileage jump occurred between November 2020 (85,722 miles) and November 2025 (113,935 miles), covering 28,213 miles over five years. This rate is slightly below average, suggesting possible periods of reduced usage or storage. MOT tests have been conducted annually without substantial gaps, though the 2021 failure due to frozen washer jets highlights a minor issue unrelated to mechanical wear. Prospective buyers should prioritise inspection of the braking system, given repeated disc wear, pad thinning, and corroded brake pipes dating back to 2018. The 2020 coil spring fracture and 2024 anti-roll bar dust cover deterioration indicate potential suspension component fatigue, necessitating checks for cracks, corrosion, or looseness in the suspension links and mounts. Tyre condition is also critical, as edge wear and near-legal tread depths were noted in 2017 and 2018, with advisories re-emerging in 2025. Additionally, the deteriorated registration plates and possible underlying body corrosion should be examined, particularly around the front and rear panels where moisture ingress could compromise structural integrity over time.