MERCEDES-BENZ CLS2010 · 3.0L DIESEL

The most recent MOT on 2020-05-20 showed no defects at 230,419 miles, but this test occurred over six years ago. The vehicle has not been retested since, leaving its current condition unknown. The last recorded failure was in 2018, when the offside front suspension arm ball joint was excessively worn and the offside rear exhaust system was insecure. These issues suggest potential structural or mechanical degradation, though no follow-up failures were recorded in subsequent tests. A minor defect in 2019 involved a registration plate lamp inoperative, which was resolved by fitting under-tray covers. This indicates basic maintenance was addressed, but no other significant issues were noted in the 2019 or 2020 tests. The 2017 MOT was clean, and the 2018 test before the failure also showed no defects. The pattern suggests intermittent problems rather than a consistent decline, but the lack of recent testing limits confidence in the vehicle’s current state. The vehicle’s mileage of 230,419 miles over 16 years equates to roughly 14,401 miles annually, which is high for its age. This could indicate heavy use, increasing wear on components like suspension, brakes, and the drivetrain.