2004 Mercedes Unknown 1.8L Petrol · YC53 PMH

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a consistent history of clean MOT passes over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted in August 2025 at 100,771 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. This lack of advisories or failures suggests the previous owners have proactively addressed mechanical wear and minor issues before they could escalate into MOT test failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a vehicle of 22 years age, averaging approximately 4,580 miles per annum. Between June 2021 and June 2022, the car covered only 2,218 miles, suggesting a period of limited use or storage. However, usage increased significantly after 2022, with 7,325 miles recorded by 2023 and another 6,244 miles by the 2024 test. This low annual mileage generally reduces the strain on drivetrain components and engine, though it can sometimes mask age-related degradation not captured by high-distance transit. Despite the clean digital record, a physical inspection must focus on components susceptible to dry rot and low-mileage neglect on older Mercedes vehicles. The buyer should scrutinize rubber-based suspension bushes and split boots for cracking or perished caused by age rather than wear. Because the car sits for long periods, brake calipers can corrode or seize over time, so a functional check for free movement is necessary. Structural integrity on the chassis and subframes remains vital, as surface-level rust often hides deeper corrosion in older German vehicles regardless of the mileage recorded.