1994 Mercedes C 2.8L Petrol · M11 BAJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy; the most recent MOT on 19 November 2025 recorded 119 090 miles and passed with no defects, confirming that the recurring oil‑leak issues have been resolved and the maintenance trend is improving after a series of minor faults in earlier years. Mileage accumulation has remained low for a 32‑year‑old car, averaging roughly 3 700 miles per year. The annual MOT entries show modest increases—e.g., from 111 640 miles in April 2020 to 113 146 miles in April 2021 (a 1 506‑mile rise) and from 118 388 miles in November 2024 to 119 090 miles in November 2025 (a 702‑mile rise)—indicating light, controlled use and a regular testing schedule. The gap of nine months between the latest test and today (7 August 2026) is within the typical annual interval, so the vehicle’s roadworthiness is still current. A buyer should inspect the oil system for active leaks, checking seals, gaskets and the oil pan for signs of seepage, as the history shows repeated oil‑seal issues up to 2024. The rear shock absorbers should be examined for oil misting or reduced damping, a fault noted in April 2021. The offside rear tyre is over ten years old and should be assessed for tread depth and structural integrity. Headlamp levelling and aim mechanisms need verification, as they failed in 2017 and 2021, and the side repeater should be tested for operation. Finally, suspension bushes, brake discs and pads, and any corrosion spots should be closely examined given the vehicle’s age and the documented wear patterns.