2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS 3.0L Diesel · BV60 LMF

The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS passed its most recent MOT on 10 July 2026 at 181,928 miles, but the tester flagged corroded nearside and offside front outer brake pipes covered in grease and a minor oil leak. Maintenance trend shows recovery from a severe failure in October 2024 yet persistent brake pipe corrosion signals incomplete rectification. The vehicle remains roadworthy with advisories, though the shift of corrosion from rear pipes in 2023 to front pipes in 2025 and 2026 reveals ongoing rust management rather than full repair. Mileage records indicate typical annual use for a sixteen year old saloon. The car recorded 163,262 miles in October 2023, rose to 175,472 miles by October 2024, then 179,178 miles in July 2025 and 181,928 miles in July 2026. This equates to roughly twelve thousand miles in the first interval, then declining to under four thousand and three thousand miles in subsequent periods. No significant gaps appear in testing, but the 2024 failure exposed deferred consumable and mechanical care despite average distance travelled. A buyer must personally inspect the front brake pipes for external corrosion and any grease concealing pitting, since both sides drew advisories in July 2025 and July 2026. The October 2024 failure listed exposed tyre cords, excessive front lower ball joint wear, offside rear suspension bush wear and a wheel bearing with play; confirm these received proper replacement rather than temporary fixes. Examine rear tyres for edge wear, check exhaust mountings and the fuel filter area for leaks noted across 2024 and 2025. The supplementary restraint system warning lamp fault from that failure requires diagnostic verification of clearance. Previous ownership allowed tyres to reach illegal cord exposure and suspension joints to exceed limits, implying skipped basic upkeep. Given the age and repeated corrosion advisories, a full underside inspection for structural integrity and brake line condition is essential before purchase.