2009 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · SW59 CHN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight decline in basic preventative care. While the most recent test in January 2026 passed, the tester flagged front tyres as being worn close to the legal limit and unevenly worn on the outer edges. This indicates a potential alignment issue or suspension component wear that was not addressed during the clean passes recorded in 2024 and 2025. Mileage data reveals a significant inconsistency in usage patterns. Between January 2023 at 111,413 miles and January 2024 at 71,395 miles, the record shows a retrospective drop of 40,018 miles, which suggests a clerical error or an odometer rollback. However, the vehicle then covered 2,073 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, followed by an unknown distance leading to the January 2026 test. This erratic reporting of mileage makes it difficult to determine the actual wear-and-tear rate of the engine and structural components. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension geometry to diagnose the uneven tyre wear noted in the January 2026 advisory. The edge wear suggests that worn ball joints, tie rod ends, or control arm bushes may require replacement. Given the age of the vehicle and the unreliable mileage data, a thorough check of the underside for structural corrosion on the subframe and mounting points is essential, as these are common failure points for this model that MOT tests may not always catch until they become critical.