2005 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · MB51 ABY

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable and consistent maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test conducted on 16 December 2025 at 115,666 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This streak of clean results across the last five inspections indicates that the previous owners have maintained the car to a standard that avoids common mechanical failures or safety-related demerits. The mileage profile is notably low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. Data shows a significant period between February 2022 (97,670 miles) and January 2023 (98,378 miles) where the car covered only 708 miles in nearly eleven months. However, usage has increased more recently, with the vehicle covering 5,869 miles between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests. This pattern suggests the car may have transitioned from occasional use to more regular annual mileage, which can actually be beneficial for rubber components and fluid seals. Despite the clean inspection history, a buyer must focus on specific areas associated with high-age, low-mileage Mercedes vehicles. Because the record does not shows structural corrosion, a physical inspection of the artwork, specifically sills and wheel arches, is required to ensure no hidden rust has developed. The low mileage also increases the likelihood of way rubber suspension bushes and aged tyres, as these components degrade through time rather than distance driven. Additionally, check the braking system for caliper pitting or seizing, as long periods of standing often lead to surface corrosion on the discs and internal mechanisms.