2003 MERCEDES CLK2.6L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 26 February 2026 at 116,131 miles. While the record shows a failure exactly one day prior to that pass, the immediate rectification suggests the owner is proactive in addressing identified defects to ensure the CLK remains road legal. The lack of recorded advisories across the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates a vehicle that currently meets safety and emission standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-use criteria for a twenty-three-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per annum. Between April 2024 and May 2025, the car covered 2,061 miles, while an additional 1,854 miles were recorded between May 2025 and February 2026. This low accumulation typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though long periods of standing can lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts such as bushes and seals regardless of the low odometer reading. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension mounting points, as Mercedes-Benz models from this era are susceptible to hidden corrosion in the sills. Given the low mileage, check the brake system for seized calipers or perished hydraulic lines which often occur when a vehicle is driven infrequently. Examine the tyres for age cracking in the sidewalls, as low tread depth does not account for age-related failure of the rubber compound.