2009 Mercedes CL 500 5.5L Petrol · 14 AB

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 94,936 miles passed despite a non-excessive oil leak and an offside front tyre reaching the legal wear limit. While the car has consistently passed its annual inspections, the recurring appearance of tyre-related defects and oil leaks suggests the owner only addresses components once they approach MOT failure thresholds rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 94,936 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,584 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern with intervals of roughly 4,000 to 6,000 miles between the annual tests from 2021 to 2025. This low-mileage profile often leads to age-related degradation of rubber-based components, such as bushings and seals, which can become brittle or perish over two decades regardless of the low physical distance recorded on the odometer. A buyer should specifically inspect the persistent oil leak which has been noted since the 2021 test at 78,786 miles; while currently classified as not excessive, these leaks often indicate thinning gaskets or seals that will eventually require expensive attention. The 2021 record also flagged a distorted nearside front wheel and pitted brake discs, which warrants a physical check for vibration under braking or uneven brake pad wear. Given the recent history of worn tyres in 2024 and 2025, a thorough inspection of the suspension geometry and control arm bushes is essential to ensure the vehicle is not causing premature tyre wear through misalignment.