2004 Mercedes C 2.1L Diesel · LB54 EFY

The vehicle currently maintains a stable roadworthiness status following a clean MOT result. The most recent test conducted on 16 August 2025 at 99,852 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical and safety systems met the required standard. While the vehicle failed in August 2024 for a blown nearside front position lamp, the immediate re-test success suggests the owner is responsive to addressing minor safety failures once they are identified. The mileage profile is notably low for a 22-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. Data from June 2022 at 80,154 miles to August 2025 at 99,852 miles shows a consistent usage pattern of roughly 6,500 miles annually in recent years. This low annual mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber components, seals, and fluid-related chemical breakdown which occurs during periods periods of stationary. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, as the June 2023 test at 89,534 miles flagged thin rear brake pads. While this is a standard consumable item, the low mileage suggests the calipers may be prone to seizing or corroding due to lack of use. Given the age of this Mercedes, a thorough check of the structural integrity for corrosion on the subframes and sills is essential, as the MOT records do not capture surface rust until it reaches a threshold of structural weakness.