2010 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · KW59 OFC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistently clean inspection history. The most recent test conducted in April 2026 at 86,840 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all statutory standards. While a minor failure occurred in early April 2025 at 83,256 miles, the vehicle was rectified and passed a retest just four days later, suggesting a proactive owner who addresses immediate mechanical requirements rather than allowing faults to persist. The mileage pattern is notably low for a sixteen-year-old Mercedes, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. Between May 2023 and April 2026, the car covered 10,849 miles, showing a consistent and modest usage rate of roughly 3,600 miles annually during that period. This low mileage typically implies less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, such low mileage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid chemistry due to time rather than distance, despite the lack of recorded failures. A physical inspection should focus on components susceptible to age rather than high-mile wear. Despite the clean MOT history, the buyer must examine the chassis for structural corrosion, particularly around the mounting points, which can affect vehicles of this era regardless of mileage. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for perished rubber, as these parts dry out over long periods of standing. Given the low usage, checking the brake discs for surface rust or pitting is also advisable, as infrequently used brakes can develop corrosion that affects stopping performance.