2006 Mercedes C 1.8L Petrol · KU56 OBB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a pattern of recurring mechanical wear and deferred preventative maintenance. While the most recent test in March 2025 at 123,523 miles resulted in a pass, it highlighted unresolved issues from previous years. Specifically, the front brake discs and thin rear brake pads were flagged in both the 2024 and 2025 tests, suggesting that the owner is only replacing braking components when they approach failure limits rather than following a proactive service schedule. At 123,523 miles over 20 years, the car has averaged approximately 6,176 miles per year. This low annual mileage suggests short-distance urban use rather than high-speed motorway mileage. There is a significant gap in testing data between February 2022 and February 2024, during which the vehicle covered roughly 9,000 miles. The frequency of failures in early 2022, involving exposed tyre cords and corroded brake pipes, indicates the vehicle may suffer from periods of neglect that degrade rubber components and metal lines. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The record consistently identifies worn rear arm bushes and nearside front suspension arm bushes across 2022 and 2025. Furthermore, the persistent front oil leak noted since 2024 requires investigation to ensure it is not escalating into a major engine seal failure. Given the history of excessive corrosion on rear brake pipes in 2022, the buyer should check the entire length of the lines for thinning or scaling to prevent a sudden failure. The steering rack inner joint play noted in 2022 also indicates that the steering assembly is showing signs of age-related degradation.