2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 3.0L Diesel · DC05 AUD

The vehicle presents a currently roadworthy status following the May 2023 MOT pass at 167,432 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable across the available history, with the most recent three passes showing clean sheets and no advisories on consumables or mechanical items. The record shows no worsening pattern of faults and no outstanding structural or brake concerns at the last test. Annual mileage sits at a typical level for a 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK, averaging roughly 7,973 miles per year against the 167,432 miles recorded. The gap between the April 2022 pass at 165,310 miles and the May 2023 pass at 167,432 miles reflects only 2,122 miles covered in that period, suggesting lighter recent use. The sparse record shows two failed tests on consecutive days in April 2021 and April 2022 at identical mileages, both with no defects logged, indicating administrative or presentation issues rather than mechanical rejection. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs given the vehicle's 21-year age and high total mileage. The clean MOT sheets do not rule out hidden corrosion to structural members or subframes, which testers may not always record as advisories on a pass. Verify the actual condition of tyres, exhaust emissions, and drivetrain mounts in person before purchase. The repeated same-day fail-then-pass entries at 159,507 and 165,310 miles imply the previous owner addressed minor paperwork or retest requirements promptly rather than neglecting faults. Overall, the documented history supports a structurally sound example, but age-related wear on rubber and braking components remains the key risk for the next owner.