2012 Chrysler 300 C 3.0L Diesel · OY62 OHS

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 25 November 2025 at 160,358 miles, though with advisories for slight play in both front suspension ball joints and corrosion to the rear sub-frame. The preceding test on 23 September 2025 resulted in a failure due to excessively worn suspension ball joints, a fractured offside rear coil spring, and a serious fluid leak from the nearside rear shock absorber. The fact that the fractured spring and leaking shock were rectified by the November test indicates active maintenance, but the persistent ball joint wear across multiple tests suggests an ongoing, stable trend of wear in the front suspension geometry rather than a sudden deterioration. Mileage accumulation shows a significant anomaly. Between the September 2023 test at 90,899 miles and the September 2024 test at 150,698 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 59,800 miles in one year—a rate far exceeding the annual average of roughly 11,500 miles for its age. This sharp increase likely reflects a period of intensive use or a change in ownership/usage pattern. The subsequent 12 months to November 2025 saw a more typical increase of about 9,660 miles. The sparse earlier records and this high-mileage year are notable, as intensive use can accelerate wear on consumables and drivetrain components beyond what the current mileage figure alone suggests. A buyer must prioritise a detailed hands-on inspection of the suspension and structure. The recurrent advisories and failures for ball joint wear at various locations (front upper, front lower, rear) require a thorough check for any detectable play in all joints. The rear sub-frame corrosion, flagged consistently since September 2024 as not yet seriously weakened, must be examined for progression, particularly around mounting points. While the brake discs were noted as worn in 2023 and 2024 but passed in 2025, their condition should be verified alongside the hydraulic system. The replacement of the fractured coil spring and leaking shock absorber is confirmed, but the underlying cause of the spring failure should be investigated. The high-mileage year also warrants scrutiny of the drivetrain mounts, engine/transmission condition, and interior wear beyond the standard MOT checklist.