2010 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · LS60 PSO

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance history that suggests reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent MOT test recorded in December 2022 at 172,549 miles was a pass, it followed a significant failure just three days prior. The transition from failing on excessively corroded brake pipes to passing indicates that critical repairs were addressed only when necessary to meet legal standards. The trend shows a pattern of neglect regarding the braking system, which remained a recurring issue across multiple years of testing. At 172,549 miles, this 16-year-old Mercedes has averaged approximately 10,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for its age. However, there is a significant gap in the data, as the last recorded MOT was performed in December 2022. Given the current date of June 2026, the vehicle has not undergone a formal test in three and a half years. This lack of recent data is a major risk for a buyer, as the mechanical state of the vehicle and structural integrity has remained unverified since the last official inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and chassis. The history shows persistent corrosion across all four brake pipes between 2021 and 2022, suggesting a high vulnerability to rust or poor fluid protection. The central front oil leak noted in late 2022 requires close scrutiny to ensure it has not worsened into a significant seal failure. Furthermore, the pitted and scored condition of the front brake discs recorded in 2022 indicates that components were already nearing end of life. Specific attention should be paid to the suspension bushings and the condition of the hydraulic lines to ensure that the previous corrosion issues have not returned during the long period of untested testing.