2017 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LR17 FLX

The 2026‑01‑15 MOT at 51,447 miles resulted in a failure, chiefly because the near‑side rear tyre was worn close to the legal limit and the off‑side front coil spring was fractured. Earlier tests from 2020 to 2025 were passed, showing a maintenance trend that has now deteriorated with a clear mechanical fault. At nine years old the vehicle has accumulated 51,447 miles, averaging 5,716 miles annually, a figure lower than typical for its age. The mileage record shows steady growth from 19,600 miles in January 2020 to 51,447 miles in January 2026, with no extended periods of zero activity; the largest annual increase occurred between 2025 and 2026 (5,638 miles). The repeated tyre edge wear across 2022, 2023 and 2026, together with the 2026 coil‑spring break, indicates a pattern of suspension wear that may stem from neglected bush replacement or harsh driving. The 2022 test noted a pitted front brake disc, and the 2023 wiper failures suggest intermittent basic maintenance, while the absence of rust advisories points to relatively clean structural condition. A prospective buyer should therefore inspect the rear suspension bushes, verify the integrity of the coil spring and associated mounting points, measure tyre tread depth and check for edge wear, examine the front brake disc for scoring or corrosion, and look for any signs of structural rust around the wheel arches and chassis rails.