2013 Mercedes-Benz C 1.6L Petrol · S8 PSJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive repairs. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 71,584 miles passed, the tester identified significant corrosion on both rear brake pipes. The presence of grease covering these affected areas suggests an attempt to mask surface rust rather than replacing the components. The history shows a fluctuating pattern where mechanical faults are addressed only after they cause a failure or reach a critical advisory stage. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 71,584 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,500 miles per year. This low usage typically reduces strain on engine-related components but often leads to the degradation of rubber and seals. The data shows consistent annual testing with roughly 3,000 miles driven between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests. However, the low mileage correlates with the perishing of rubber components, such as the cracked offside front tyre noted in the 2022 record. A buyer must specifically inspect the steering and suspension assembly due to recurring issues. The steering rack inner joints showed play in 2022 and contributed to a failure in November 2023 alongside deteriorated anti-roll bar linkages. While these appear to have been addressed, the buyer should check for any remaining steering play or knocks during a test drive. Furthermore, the corroded brake pipes identified in 2025 require a close physical inspection to ensure the corrosion has not compromised the pipe integrity, as the grease-covered condition hides the extent of the metal decay.