2009 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · LG09 HWO

The vehicle presents a stable and improving mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 22 January 2026 at 87,743 miles, where it passed with only minor advisories. The preceding test on 12 January 2026 at 87,554 miles failed on two degraded anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers, yet these defects do not appear on the subsequent pass, suggesting a swift remedial repair. Tyre wear advisories persist across both January 2026 tests, indicating a recurring consumable issue rather than a structural or mechanical failure. Overall, the maintenance trend is stable, with no evidence of escalating or unresolved faults. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2009 vehicle, averaging roughly 5,161 miles per year. Between 21 January 2025 at 80,208 miles and 22 January 2026 at 87,743 miles, the car covered approximately 7,535 miles in twelve months, which is a moderate uptick compared to the longer-term average. The earlier record shows a jump from 71,125 miles on 4 January 2024 to 80,208 miles by 21 January 2025, adding 9,083 miles in just over a year. This suggests the vehicle saw more regular use in the past two years after a period of lighter duty or potential standing. The MOT history itself is sparse, with only five recorded tests spanning from January 2024 to January 2026, leaving gaps in the service narrative. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and wheel alignment. The repeated advisories for edge wear on all four tyres, including the January 2024 failure for exposed ply on the nearside front sidewall, point to possible misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or degraded dampers causing uneven contact patches. The anti-roll bar linkage dust covers flagged in the January 2026 failure were evidently addressed, but the underlying ball joints and linkages should be checked for play. Brake components, including discs, pads, and calipers, warrant close scrutiny given the low-mileage profile, as infrequent use can lead to surface corrosion, sticking calipers, and uneven disc wear that MOTs do not always capture. The exhaust system and underbody should be inspected for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and box sections, as long periods of standing can accelerate rust in critical structural areas.