2009 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · KS58 UOL

The vehicle shows a significant decline in mechanical condition during its most recent testing period. The MOT conducted on 11 July 2026 at 174,410 miles resulted in a failure with numerous critical defects, including insufficient brake pedal reserve travel and malfunctioning power steering. This follows a failure in June 2025 at 174,359 miles, where the tester noted low brake efficiency and a lack of effort at the rear service brake wheels. The persistence of brake efficiency issues and insufficient travel across two consecutive years suggests that fundamental safety faults have not been properly rectified by the previous owner. At 17 years old with 174,410 miles, the car averages approximately 10,200 miles per year, which is consistent with typical annual usage. However, the MOT history reveals a pattern of deferred maintenance rather than proactive care. Between 2022 and 2026, the vehicle suffered multiple failures related to suspension components, including a fractured coil spring and excessively worn ball joints. While some components were replaced between tests, the underlying issues remain, with the 2026 test flagging the offside front lower suspension arm and wheel bearings for further wear. Structural and fluid integrity remain a recurring concern for this Mercedes. Records from 2018 and 2017 highlighted excessive corrosion on the front and rear brake pipes, while the 2026 test identified further corrosion on rear suspension components. The presence of oil misting on the nearside front shock absorbers since 2021 indicates these units are nearing the end of their functional life. A prospective buyer should prepare for significant capital expenditure to bring the braking system, suspension, and steering back to a safe standard, as the current data reflects a trend of worsening mechanical neglect.