2007 Mercedes-Benz C 2.2L Diesel · RX57 MVC

The vehicle holds a current, clean MOT certificate issued on 16 April 2026 at 141,209 miles with zero defects recorded. That pass followed a same-day failure for corroded rear brake pipes and defective front indicators, indicating the previous owner addressed those specific items promptly. The maintenance trend is therefore stable and currently improving, with no outstanding advisories or recurring mechanical failures on the most recent test. At roughly 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 141,209 equates to an average of approximately 7,432 miles per year, which is typical for an executive saloon of this age. The mileage progression shows steady, incremental use: 114,930 miles in December 2022, 123,605 miles in December 2023, 130,201 miles in December 2024, and 141,209 miles by April 2026. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record, suggesting consistent annual use rather than long periods of standing or recent high-mileage accumulation. The most significant recurring theme in the MOT history is corrosion affecting the rear brake pipes. The December 2022 test flagged both rear brake pipes as corroded and contaminated with grease or other material, and the December 2024 test repeated the same advisory. By April 2026, the tester escalated the finding to an outright failure for excessive corrosion on both rear brake pipes before the same-day retest passed. This pattern suggests the corrosion was progressive and long-standing rather than a sudden failure. A buyer should inspect the underside of the vehicle thoroughly, paying close attention to the condition of all brake lines, particularly where they route along the rear subframe or inner arches, as well as the structural integrity of the sills and floor pan in the same areas. Beyond the brake pipe history, the April 2026 failure also flagged a non-functioning offside front indicator and a nearside front indicator flashing at an excessive rate, the latter typically pointing to a failing bulb unit or a relay issue. Both were rectified before the retest. A prospective buyer should verify the operation of all exterior lighting, check for any signs of water ingress into the headlamp and indicator housings, and examine the general condition of the front and rear suspension bushes and coil springs, which on a vehicle of this age and mileage may show fatigue even if not yet flagged by the tester.