2017 Mercedes-Benz CLS 2.1L Diesel · D5 MTU

The vehicle presents a clean MOT history with the most recent test on 26 June 2025 at 110,628 miles returning a pass with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend across the five available tests is stable, showing no advisories or failures since the first recorded examination in January 2021. This indicates the car met statutory roadworthiness standards at each assessment. Mileage sits at 110,628 on a 2017 plate, equating to roughly 12,300 miles per year and placing it above average for its age. The records show a pronounced accumulation between 8 January 2021 at 42,350 miles and 2 March 2022 at 69,377 miles, a gain of 27,027 miles in just over fourteen months. A quieter period followed, with only 3,702 miles added by 30 May 2024. The final jump to 110,628 by June 2025 added nearly 20,000 miles. The sparse but consistent annual tests reveal no gaps longer than thirteen months, and all entries carry zero advisories. Despite the unblemished pass sheet, a buyer should still commission an independent inspection of high-stress components typical of a high-mileage executive coupé. The tester recorded no corrosion, suspension bushes, coil springs, binding calipers or brake disc wear at any stage, yet such items degrade silently between tests. We advise scrutinising subframe integrity, front wishbone bushes and rear suspension elements, plus measuring brake disc run-out and pad depths. Previous owners clearly presented the car for timely annual compliance, but the absence of advisories does not confirm proactive replacement of consumables. Examine service records to verify transmission and differential oil changes, and inspect exhaust emissions hardware for hidden degradation. The clean MOT ledger provides a sound baseline, not a lifetime guarantee.