2008 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · LL58 VUR

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT on 25 November 2024 at 121,271 miles, with the tester flagging significant corrosion of the rear anti‑roll bar and both rear sub‑frames, together with a front tyre worn to the legal limit and a nail embedded in the tread. The pattern shows a deterioration from the 2023‑11‑21 pass, where only coil‑spring corrosion was recorded, indicating a worsening structural condition. Across an 18‑year lifespan the car has accumulated 121,271 miles, averaging roughly 6,700 miles per year. The mileage record aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, and the annual MOT entries from 2021 to 2024 demonstrate a regular testing cadence with no large, unexplained jumps in mileage. No periods of prolonged inactivity or sudden high‑kilometre runs are evident, suggesting a steady, moderate usage pattern. A prospective buyer should give close attention to the rear anti‑roll bar and the rear sub‑frames, probing for any flex, cracks, or excessive rust that could compromise structural rigidity. Visual inspection of the front tyre should confirm the presence of the reported nail and assess whether the tread depth meets safety standards, while the rear tyres ought to be measured for tread depth and sidewall condition. The previously noted coil‑spring corrosion warrants a check of the suspension bushes and springs for signs of weakening or uneven wear. Finally, a thorough review of the oil‑leak point flagged in 2021 and a functional test of the direction indicators will help verify whether earlier minor issues have been remedied or persist.