2010 Mercedes-Benz CLC 2.1L Diesel · YS10 AAU

Tyre wear on the front nearside and persistent headlamp‑aim faults dominate this CLC’s MOT history, with the 2024‑08‑19 test recording a tyre‑edge advisory alongside three lighting failures, and a similar headlamp‑aim failure noted in 2023. Apart from those recurring issues, the vehicle has otherwise cleared its tests, the latest assessment passing with only the tyre advisory remaining, indicating a pattern of consumable‑related defects rather than systemic mechanical deterioration. At 178,608 mi over roughly sixteen years the average annual mileage sits around 11,200 mi, a figure that aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The MOT record shows no long gaps in testing, suggesting the car has been driven consistently rather than sitting idle for extended periods. Continuous mileage of this magnitude will naturally accelerate wear on tyres, brake components and suspension joints, meaning those items are likely approaching the end of their service life and will require attention soon. Prospective buyers should give the tyres a thorough visual and tactile inspection: confirm tread depth exceeds the legal 1.6 mm limit, look for sidewall cracking or uneven wear that could hint at alignment or suspension issues. Verify that the front nearside tyre is not excessively worn on the edge, as flagged in the latest advisory, and check the off‑side rear tyre for similar wear patterns. During a test drive, listen for any knocking or clunking over bumps that could emanate from the track‑rod end ball joint, which was noted with slight play in 2022, and feel the steering for any looseness or pull that might indicate lingering headlamp‑aim or alignment concerns. The brake system warrants particular scrutiny: the 2022 advisory highlighted thin off‑side rear pads, so the pads should be measured for remaining thickness and the discs examined for scoring. If the pads are close to the minimum, budgeting for a full rear pad set replacement would be prudent. Finally, ensure that the headlamp‑aim faults recorded in both 2023 and 2024 have been corrected; a quick visual check of headlamp illumination symmetry and a functional test of the off‑side front position lamp will confirm whether the required remedial work was completed. Addressing these specific items will bring the vehicle back to a reliable road‑worthy state.