2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · DU11 AEW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test, conducted on 14 May 2022 at 153,795 miles, recorded no defects or advisories, indicating that the car met the minimum standards for safety and environmental emissions at that time. The lack of any recorded failures across the last five tests suggests a history of preventative maintenance rather than a reactive approach to mechanical faults. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a 15-year-old luxury saloon, averaging approximately 10,250 miles per annum. Between July 2017 and May 2022, the vehicle covered 40,973 miles, showing a steady usage pattern that avoids the extremes of high-intensity commercial transit or long periods of stationary neglect. However, there is a significant gap in the data as the last recorded test occurred over four years ago. Given the current date of July 2026, the vehicle is overdue for its annual roadworthiness check, which means the current state of mechanical components remains unverified beyond the scope of the 2022 inspection. While the MOT history is clean of structural failures, a buyer must scrutinize high-wear components common to high-mileage Mercedes models. At over 150,000 miles, the suspension bushings and control arms are prone to degradation, which the MOT does not always catch until a significant failure occurs. Inspection should also check for signs of fluid leaks from the drivetrain and the condition of the brake lines for corrosion or thinning. Because the last record is now years old, a thorough physical check of the chassis for structural rust and the exhaust system is essential to ensure no rapid deterioration has occurred since the last documented test.