2011 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · WF61 FHH

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of recurring safety failures and mechanical neglect. While it passed its last recorded test in May 2022 at 136,045 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior that revealed critical safety defects including weakened seatbelts and a fractured wheel. The persistence of an offside front wheel bearing fault across multiple tests from 2021 to 2022 suggests that the owner only addressed issues when forced by law rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 136,045 miles over 15 years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 9,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for an older saloon. However, the data shows a significant gap in records, with the last recorded test occurring in May 2022. As of June 2026, the vehicle is over four years out of date for its MOT test. This long period of undocumented use, combined with the previous history of mechanical failures, indicates high risk regarding the degradation of rubber components, fluid integrity, and undetected structural corrosion. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire suspension and braking system. The offside front wheel bearing was a recurring advisory for years and requires a check to ensure it has actually been replaced. The corroded nearside rear brake pipe noted in 2022 must be inspected for deep scaling, as grease was often used to hide surface oxidation. Additionally, the integrity of the rear passenger door mechanism and all seatbelt assemblies must be verified, as previous failures indicate a lack of attention to safety-critical hardware.