2012 Mercedes-Benz CL 4.7L Petrol · BU62 YWR

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent test on 20 February 2026 at 73,325 miles indicates a shift toward consumable wear. While the car passed its MOT, the tester flagged both nearside and offside rear tyres as being worn on the edges with tread at 3mm. This follows two years of clean certificates in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that while major mechanical components have been maintained, tyre replacement is now due to prevent further degradation. The mileage history shows a consistent, low-usage pattern for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,200 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 26,414 miles in February 2018 to the current 73,325 miles. There are no significant gaps in testing, although the interval between the 2022 and 2023 tests was slightly longer than usual. This low annual mileage often suggests the vehicle has been used for short trips or has spent periods stationary, which can sometimes lead to uneven tyre wear or component aging despite low mechanical stress. A prospective buyer should focus on the braking system and front-end suspension components. The November 2022 test at 59,046 miles identified worn, pitted, or scored brake discs and thinning pads on both the front and rear axles. Although these were cleared for the subsequent tests, a physical inspection of the discs for corrosion or uneven thickness is advisable. The history also shows a trend of wear in the suspension and steering assemblies, specifically ball joint play in 2019 and wheel bearing play in 2020. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, checking for rubber perishability and fluid degradation is sensible. The 2015 record noted tyre perishing, and while the recent 2026 test focuses on tread depth, the age of the rubber remains a factor. Inspecting the condition of the suspension bushes and checking for any signs of weeping from the dampers would be a prudent way to ensure the low-mileage usage hasn't resulted in age-related deterioration of the rubber components.