2010 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · SN10 PPH

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes over the last three years. The most recent test in September 2025 at 142,665 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets minimum safety and environmental standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2022 and 2024, suggesting that the mechanical components are being maintained well enough to avoid recurring failures during the testing process. At 16 years old, the 2010 Mercedes-Benz C has averaged approximately 9,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The data shows a steady accumulation of mileage with roughly 6,000 miles covered between each annual inspection from 2022 through 2025. The only anomaly in the record is the failure in September 2023 at 129,960 miles, which was rectified quickly given the pass just two weeks later in the same month. This suggests a minor issue that was promptly addressed rather than a long-term mechanical neglect. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and the condition of the suspension components. While the MOT record does not highlight specific advisories, vehicles of this age and mileage bracket are prone to corrosion on the subframe and rear mounting points. Check for worn rubber bushes in the control arms and inspect the brake calipers for binding, as these often degrade before they trigger a formal MOT failure. Given the clean recent history, the primary risks are standard wear and tear on consumable parts and environmental oxidation rather than catastrophic mechanical failure.