2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK 1.8L Petrol · CE03 JEN

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile, showing a recent trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. While the June 2026 test at 76,365 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed just three days prior at 76,363 miles due to defective headlamp lenses and a nearside rear tyre with exposed cords. This pattern of failing on basic consumables suggests the owner often waits for an MOT failure to address essential maintenance items. The mileage history indicates very low usage for a 2009 model, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. A notable period of stagnation occurred between 2022 and 2023, where mileage only increased by roughly 7,400 miles. More recently, the vehicle has seen a significant increase in use, covering over 15,000 miles between the June 2024 and June 2026 tests. This shift from long periods of standing to higher annual mileage may place new stresses on older rubber components and seals. The MOT record highlights recurring issues with emissions and tyre condition that warrant close inspection. The tester flagged multiple failures for high hydrocarbon, carbon monoxide, and lambda readings in both June 2022 and June 2025, indicating potential issues with the fuel system, ignition, or catalytic converter. A buyer should verify that these emissions faults were fully resolved and not merely masked by temporary fixes. Suspension and braking components have also required attention. The June 2022 failure included both front coil springs being fractured and corrosion on both front brake pipes. Although these were passed in subsequent tests, the history of tyre perishing and structural corrosion on brake lines suggests a need to inspect the underside for further degradation. Checking the condition of all suspension bushes and the integrity of the braking system is essential given the vehicle's age and previous failures.