2008 Mercedes C 2.1L Diesel · R321 ABS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a recent clean record following a minor historical setback. The most recent test conducted in September 2025 at 128,158 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all legal minimum safety standards. This follows a period of consecutive clean passes in 2024 and 2022, suggesting that the mechanical integrity is being maintained effectively. The mileage pattern remains consistent with low-to-moderate usage for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,120 miles per annum. Between August 2022 and September 2024, the car covered 11,435 miles, showing a steady rate of travel. The brief failure in August 2023 at 121,562 miles occurred just four days before a successful retest, which typically indicates a minor rectifyable item such as a bulb or a sensor fault that was addressed immediately rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Despite the clean MOT advisories, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of common wear points for this generation of Mercedes-Benz C Class. At 128,000 miles, the rubber-based suspension bushes and coil springs are likely reaching the end of their functional life. You should inspect the subframe for structural corrosion, particularly around the mounting points and wish arms, as MOT tests only flag rust once it becomes a significant structural risk. Checking the brake calipers for binding or uneven pad wear is also advisable to ensure the low annual mileage has not led to seized components from periods of inactivity.