2010 Mercedes-Benz C 1.8L Petrol · YK10 RZL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the recent history indicates a decline in maintenance standards following years of clean records. While it passed in December 2024 at 98,732 miles, this followed a failure just four days prior at 98,631 miles. The failure revealed multiple mechanical issues, including a serious leak on the offside front shock absorber and a worn nearside front ball joint. The subsequent pass suggests these specific faults were addressed, but the trend shows reactive rather than preventative care. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. Between December 2021 and December 2023, the car covered roughly 25,000 miles with no recorded defects, suggesting stability. However, the vehicle covered 4,100 miles between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests, during which the suspension and lighting faults emerged. This cluster indicates that while the total mileage remains low, the age of the rubber and hydraulic components is beginning to outweigh the benefits of low annual mileage. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with the offside front lower arm bush and nearside ball joint. The buyer should verify the offside front shock absorber for any signs of further weeping to ensure the previous leak was fully rectified. The nearside front tyre was noted as worn to the legal limit in late 2024, so checking current tread and wear patterns is essential. Given the multiple bulb failures recorded in the 2024 test, a comprehensive check of all external lamps is required to ensure the owner is now maintaining basic illumination standards.