2017 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · SC17 JYP

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward neglect regarding consumable components. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 48,604 miles passed, the tester identified multiple faults related to the front axle assembly. This marks a departure from the clean records seen between 2022 and 2024, indicating that the owner has only begun addressing wear issues after they were flagged during the annual inspections. The mileage profile is consistently low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. Between April 2022 at 24,614 miles and March 2026 at 48,604 miles, the car covered roughly 24,000 miles. This low usage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy stress on the engine or drivetrain. However, the low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components due to age rather than distance, which explains the perishing and cracking noted in the latest inspection report. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the front tyres, as the 2025 and 2026 tests both flagged them for being near the legal limit or showing uneven wear. The edge wear on the nearside front tyre suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require immediate professional attention. Additionally, the perishing noted on the offside front tyre indicates the rubber compound is hardening due to age, necessitating replacement regardless of the remaining tread depth to prevent structural failure of the tyre wall.