2009 Mercedes-Benz C 2.2L Diesel · SF09 TNE

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The final MOT conducted on August 8, 2022 at 119,030 miles returned a clean pass with no recorded defects, indicating that the car met all minimum safety standards at that time. While previous years showed intermittent failures, the transition to a clean certificate suggests that any mechanical or structural issues were addressed and the vehicle has maintained a state of compliance since. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. Between August 2020 and August 2022, the car covered 21,694 miles, representing a period of consistent usage. However, there is a significant gap since the last recorded test in August 2022. Given the current date of June 2026, the vehicle has gone nearly four years without an official MOT inspection. This lapse significantly increases the risk of undetected degradation in rubber components, perished hoses, or fluid-related leaks, regardless of the relatively low annual mileage. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the structural integrity and suspension components, as Mercedes models of this era are prone to corrosion on the subframes and mounting points. The history of failures in 2020 and 2021 indicates the vehicle has previously required repairs to meet standards, so a thorough check should look for signs of wear on the control arm bushes, coil springs, and dampers. Because the car has likely sat or been driven sparingly over the last four years, checking the brake discs for surface pitting or seized calipers and ensuring the electronic braking system remains functional is essential before purchase.