2006 Mercedes C180 Kompressor SE Auto 1.8L Petrol · VEZ 5374

The vehicle demonstrates a highly stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT on 8 August 2025 at 62,397 miles showing a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent sequence of passing tests from 2018 through to 2025 without any recorded advisories or failures. The absence of even minor consumable advisories such as worn tyres, wiper blades, or brake pad thickness suggests a high standard of upkeep or very light usage. The mileage pattern indicates exceptionally low usage for a 2006 model, averaging approximately 3,120 miles per year. The record shows a steady, incremental increase in mileage, moving from 50,649 miles in August 2018 to 62,397 miles in August 2025. While this low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between trips can sometimes lead to secondary issues like perished rubber seals or seized brake calipers due to inactivity. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that typically degrade with age rather than mileage. Given the low usage, I recommend checking the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and drive belts for signs of perishing or cracking. The brake system, including discs and calipers, should be inspected for surface corrosion or binding, which often occurs on vehicles that sit idle for extended periods. Finally, check the vehicle's structural integrity for signs of corrosion on the sills and underside, as age-related rust can develop regardless of how infrequently a car is driven. Although the MOT history shows no structural failures, a manual inspection of the chassis and subframes is necessary to confirm the absence of hidden oxidation. Ensuring the battery and fluid levels are maintained will be critical given the vehicle's history of low-frequency operation.