2013 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · 41 LN

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of neglect regarding basic consumable upkeep. In the most recent test in October 2025 at 25,933 miles, the tester issued advisories for cracking perishing on the offside front and rear tyres. While the car passes its tests, the recurring nature of these tyre-related defects suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, leading to rubber degradation despite sufficient tread depth. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, with only 25,933 miles recorded. This averages out to approximately 2,000 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for a luxury saloon. Between September 2022 and October 2025, the car covered only 1,837 miles. This extremely low usage often correlates with reduced mechanical wear on drivetrain components but increases the risk of seized seals, fluid breakdown, and brake corrosion due to lack of regular operation. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the rubber components, as the record shows a persistent issue with perishing tyres across multiple years. The September 2022 failure at 24,096 miles highlighted exposed cords on a nearside rear tyre and an inoperative reversing lamp, indicating that basic checks are frequently overlooked until failure. Furthermore, the 2023 advisory noted the park brake efficiency was just meeting requirements, which often indicates the mechanism is beginning to seize or suffer from corrosion due to inactivity. The physical inspection should also focus on the suspension bushings and hoses, which can age and crack rapidly on low-mileage vehicles left stationary. Check the brake discs for pitting or heavy rust, as infrequent use prevents the pads from cleaning the metal surface. Given the age, the timingbelt and all fluids should be verified for replacement intervals, as time-based degradation is more relevant than mileage in this specific instance.