2017 Mercedes-Benz C 2.0L Petrol · RA17 OGW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 31 January 2026. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the most recent test decursion began with a failure due to an excessively twisted nearside front brake hose. This specific defect was rectified immediately to allow for a pass, indicating that the owner responds to safety-critical failures. Prior to this incident, the vehicle maintained a clean record across the previous three annual inspections. The mileage profile is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. Between May 2023 at 66,741 miles and January 2025 at 84,239 miles, the car covered over 17,000 miles, showing a regular usage pattern. The recent interval of 6,393 miles between January 2025 and January 2026 follows this consistent trajectory. This steady accumulation generally suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation which can cause component degradation. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the replacement of the nearside hose did not mask secondary damage to the caliper or rotor. While the record shows no structural corrosion issues, the 90,000-mile mark warrants a close check of suspension bushes and coil springs for wear. The presence of an undertray noted in January 2025 is a positive sign for component protection, but the underside should still be inspected for any fluid leaks or emerging rust beneath the shielding.