2010 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LL60 CZC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive repairs to developing mechanical wear. The most recent test conducted in June 2025 at 150,150 miles identified pitting and scoring on both front and rear brake discs alongside slight play in the offside front wheel bearing. While the car passed, these entries indicate that the braking system and wheel components are moving beyond the stable state seen in previous years and are reaching the end of their effective life. The mileage pattern is generally consistent with a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,400 miles per year. However, there is a significant data anomaly in the records where the May 2022 test recorded mileage at 215,569 miles, while the May 2023 test recorded only 139,418 miles. This discrepancy suggests either a clerical error by the tester or an odometer replacement that has not been properly documented. Excluding that outlier, the vehicle has covered roughly 10,000 miles over the last three years, representing a standard rate of use for this Mercedes-Benz. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking assembly. The recurring issues with anti-roll bar linkage dust covers in 2022 and the more recent wheel bearing play in 2025 suggest that the front-end rubber components and bearings are beginning to fail. Furthermore, the 2024 advisories regarding three tyres having reached the legal limit with uneven wear point toward potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Given the pitting on the discs noted in the 2025 test, a full brake strip and overhaul is likely required to ensure consistent stopping performance and prevent further caliper damage.