2017 Mercedes-Benz C 2.1L Diesel · WP17 HHB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 98,807 miles passed with advisories for both rear tyres reaching the legal limit and a damaged under tray. While the car passes its inspections, the recurring nature of wear-related faults suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they trigger an MOT failure or reach a critical safety threshold. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between November 2022 and November 2024, the car covered 26,382 miles, maintaining a stable usage of roughly 8,800 miles annually. This steady progression suggests the car is used regularly for routine commuting, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals, though the total mileage of nearly 100,000 miles increases the likelihood on rubber components and suspension bushings. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the front suspension, as the record shows the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover was flagged for severe deterioration in 2023 and caused a failure in 2024 at 92,810 miles. The persistent pattern of tyres wearing on the edges across all four tests indicates a likely alignment issue or worn suspension components that have not been fully rectified. The damaged under tray noted in late 2025 should also be inspected for impact damage that could have compromised the exhaust system or fuel lines.