2012 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · PN12 AEE

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend that suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While it passed its most recent MOT in August 2022 at 162,854 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to exposed ply cords on multiple tyres. Given that the current date is July 2026, the vehicle is nearly four years out of date for its testing. The history indicates a pattern where critical safety components are only addressed once they reach the point of immediate test failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical annual road use, averaging approximately 11,600 miles per year over its 14-year life. There is a significant jump in usage noted between 2016 and 2018, where the car covered over 50,000 miles in just two years. Since 2022, the mileage has remained static at 162,854 miles recorded in the last test. This lack of recent testing data for over four years raises significant uncertainty regarding the current state of mechanical seals and the degradation of rubber components. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking systems, as these areas show recurring failures. The 2021 test flagged excessively worn ball joints and seriously weakened front brake discs, while the 2020 record noted corrosion on brake pipes and worn suspension bushes. The persistence of corrosion on brake lines suggests the vehicle may operate in harsh environmental conditions. You should specifically check for structural rust on the subframes and verify the integrity of all tyres, as the previous owner demonstrated a history of neglecting tyre wear until it became dangerous.